Pep Guardiola and FC Bayern: In the past, there was always speculation that the ex-coach would return. Now his advisor has spoken.
- Hansi Flick is currently head coach at FC Bayern Munich .
- There has been a lot of discussion about Pep Guardiola's return in the past.
- All previous developments to Pep Guardiola can be found here.
Update of February 17, 2020, 1:28 p.m .: Pep Guardiola had given a clear cancellation in January of a return to Bayern . But now Manchester City is in crisis: UEFA wants to exclude the team from the Champions League for two years for violations of the financial fair play - on top of that there is a hefty fine. At ManCity there is now a threat of player flight, as top stars like Sergio Agüero or Kevin De Bruyne are less willing to do without international business.
But what does the low blow mean for Pep Guardiola ? The Star Trainer's contract currently runs until 2021. In general, Pep is considered a man who fulfills his contracts and does not get out early. According to Guardiola's advisor Josep Maria Orobitg to El Mundo, this applies now to ManCity and despite the impending ban.
Pep Guardiola back to Bayern? "I will stay 100 percent unless ..."
Update of January 18, 2020, 5:04 pm: Former Bayern coach Pep Guardiola has rejected rumors of an early departure from the English football champions Manchester City : "I will stay 100 percent unless they fire me," said Guardiola before the Premier League game against Crystal Palace, in which the Citizens only managed a 2-2 on Guardiola's birthday.
The Catalan continued to add: “I have said it many times. It has nothing to do with the fact that we won the last two games. I'm sorry, but I will stay. (...) But even if things would go badly - I'm not going anywhere. ”This means that the rumors about a return to Bavaria , which have already become quieter, are still silent.
Update of January 8, 2020, 9:28 am: Pep Guardiola has caught up with Manchester City after a difficult December in England. On Tuesday evening, the Citizens won 3-1 in the first leg of the League Cup semi-final at Manchester United.
Pep Guardiola has caught up with Manchester City again
Among other things, the Catalan marveled at a dream goal from a distance by Bernardo Silva. In the area surrounding the game, the 48-year-old Spaniard was asked again about his future. Specifically, whether he could not imagine training his opponent, city rival ManUnited.
From 2013 to 2016 coached Bayern: Pep Guardiola.
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“After training City, I would never train United. I would not train Madrid in the same way, ”he said and, with repeated inquiries, said with a smile:“ I hope I will be in the Maldives if I do not have any offers. ”
Also with an offer from Munich ? In November, Guardiola , who is apparently considered a lousy driver, was associated with his former club FC Bayern (2013 - 2016). Among other things, the new FCB President Herbert Hainer did not deny an interest in the Spanish coach. Guardiola has now excluded at least two scenarios.
AN ABSOLUTE STUNNER @BernardoCSilva!
1-3 #ManCity #CarabaoCup pic.twitter.com/dTeoEBp846
Pep Guardiola: Alleged exit clause at Manchester City
Update of December 13, 2019: Pep Guardiola is a trainer who is true to his word. Bayern fans were accordingly sad when the current Manchester City coach last said in an interview that he would always fulfill his contracts - if the club did not want to end his cooperation with him beforehand.
There are many supporters who want Guardiola back at FCB. And they should be particularly noisy now, because: Pep apparently has an exit clause ! The British newspaper Times reports. Guardiola's contract runs until 2021, but the Catalan could apparently leave the Citizens in summer 2020 - if certain conditions are met. However, these “conditions” are not examined in more detail. The Daily Mail also reports on this clause - maybe Bayern will still get the dream duo Guardiola and Leroy Sané? There is currently also a Plan B for the winger.
In an interview with the Süddeutsche Zeitung , new President Herbert Hainer spoke, among other things, about the Qatar training camp and the past about TSV 1860 Munich.
Guardiola: "No, that's not true" - City Coach responds to rumor rumors
In England, rumors of an exit clause by the Spaniard dominated the sporting events before the current Premier League match day. Therefore, the coach reacted to the ongoing speculation about himself, especially regarding a potential clause. At the press conference before the Sunday game against Arsenal, Guardiola denied the existence of an exit clause: "No, that's not true," the coach of "Sky" is quoted as saying.
New quote from Pep Guardiola hurts the FCB fans
Update from December 10, 2019: FC Bayern Munich still has no new coach for 2020. Until Christmas, Hansi Flick is on the coaching bench, what happens next is still in the stars.
Quite a few supporters of Bavaria wish Pep Guardiola back. Between 2013 and 2016, the Catalan was already the coach of the German record champions . At that time, FC Bayern played the most beautiful football in Europe.
Whether Pep will ever really return to Säbener Straße can be doubted. According to a poorly thought-out statement by the coach from ManCity, some Bayern fans will probably no longer want him.
Pep Guardiola to Bayern Munich? Statement makes fans angry
“Liverpool, United, Barcelona, Real, Juventus,” said Guardiola at the weekend, “these are the teams we have to compete with. But maybe we're not able to keep up with them right now. ” FC Bayern is not mentioned with a single syllable.
This also echoes users on Facebook: "Bavaria is still in the heart," wrote one user ironically. "Where's Bavaria?" Asked another user.
However, the German record champion is currently in a sporting crisis and only occupies 7th place in the league.
Future of Pep Guardiola? His father makes a special announcement
Update from December 5, 2019, 12.20 p.m .: Pep Guardiola has brought himself back into play with his mega-slip on the PK (see below in the article) - probably involuntarily. Either way, his mistake was hilarious.
Can Bayern fans still dream of a return? Now a man has spoken, who probably knows very well about the plans of the Manchester City coach: Pep Guardiola's father. Valenti Guardiola accepted a prize from the Catalan Football Association on behalf of him, his son won against Burnley at the same time as his team.
Pep Guardiola: Father Valenti talks about the future on stage
On stage the proud dad was asked whether a return to Barcelona would be conceivable: “That could be. But only as a trainer, ”Guardiola Senior replied. There has been speculation in the past as to whether Pep could possibly become president of the Blaugrana. He always refused.
[MARCA] | Guardiola's father: He could return to Barcelona, but it would be to coach.
Pep's father Valenti Guardiola was present to collect the trophy as Pep didn't attend the ceremony due to his commitments with the Citizens. He was asked if Pep would ever return to Barça. pic.twitter.com/ofeIbOhPlp
“Since he left home, he has always made his own decisions. I never advised him, ”his father continued. For Bayern fans it is therefore clear: they cannot hope for Valenti Guardiola's word when it comes to a return to Munich. One of Guardiola's predecessors at FCB is Jürgen Klinsmann. He now caused a laugh at a press conference. In contrast, Erling Haaland remains in focus. Will the storm talent become a super bargain? Meanwhile the EM 2020 is getting closer - now the German away jersey has been leaked.
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Update from December 4, 2019, 1:58 p.m .: The name Pep Guardiola was hotly debated two weeks ago . Is the successful coach's mega comeback at Bayern Munich? In the meantime, the Spaniard made it clear that he will fulfill his contract with Manchester City, which runs until 2021.
Or is there still a turning point? After the Citizens' victory over Burnley FC, Guardiola spoke at the press conference about his midfielder Rodrigo . Then he said: "I think Bayern München aaa ... Bayern Munich", and slapped his palm on the sparsely overgrown center parting.
Pep Guardiola: Curious slip-up makes you laugh - does he still think of Bayern?
"I think Man City has a ... Bayern Munich, what the f ***?" Guardiola continued and had to smile at himself. The journalists present could not help but laugh . Ultimately, Guardiola was able to finish his thought. "I don't know what I was thinking. But Man City has bought an incredible player for years to come. ”
"Bayern Munich? What the F *** k ?!"
Pep #Guardiola still thinks of his former club from time to time.
@FCBayern #Rodri #ManCity #FCBayern #pepguardiola #FCB pic.twitter.com/qPPO5gmfmJ
Obviously Guardiola still has FCB in his head somehow . Maybe Pep Rodrigo will take him to FCB one day? Munich's turn was already on the 23-year-old during the summer break, but he then decided on City.
Pep Guardiola: Bayern Munich also an issue at Manchester City
Meanwhile, there are still rumors about Thomas Tuchel and Mauricio Pochettino in Munich. Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has also criticized Bundesliga rival Werder Bremen. With TV broadcaster Sky, however, the record champions are given little chance of winning the Bundesliga crown this season.
Guardiola hit! Will he come back to Bayern? "My love for the club ..."
Update from November 27, 2019, 10:38 a.m .: In the Bundesliga, coaches are still being discussed. Hertha BSC now seems to have found a new one. A former Bayern coach takes over from Ante Covic.
Update from November 24, 2019, 2:20 p.m .: After the 4-0 in the Bundesliga at Fortuna Düsseldorf, Hansi Flick's position as head coach of FC Bayern is more solid than ever.
But can 54-year-olds from Baden continue after Christmas? Maybe until summer? Or even beyond?
One thing is certain: after Pep Guardiola's commitment (contract until 2021) to Manchester City, there is one less candidate for successor. This increases the chances for Erik ten Hag (Ajax Amsterdam), who has now been brought into play by former Bayern coach Andries Jonker.
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FC Bayern an option? Pep Guardiola is committed to Manchester City
Update of November 23, 2019, 8.42 a.m .: Hansi Flick is firmly in the saddle after his two victories against Piraeus and Dortmund. But will he remain FC Bayern Munich coach in the long term ? Recently rumors spread that one is thinking about the return of Pep Guardiola on Säbener Straße.
The Spaniard is currently at Manchester City - and wants to stay there. In an interview with Sky Sports UK , Guardiola now spoke about the speculation. What quickly became clear: He put a bolt on them .
Pep Guardiola: return to Bayern Munich? City trainer with hammer statements
"It could be that a guy suddenly talks about a rumor. And then people take it all at once. I really like the people at FC Bayern . I was incredibly happy there, ”he explains. Sounds good to FCB fans at first. But then Guardiola puts an end to the comeback rumors: "But those responsible know: I am someone who respects what he signs ."
The coach has signed a contract with Manchester City until 2021. It could be clear that after bad results one could also be fired at the Citizens. "If the club still wants me, I want to stay here," Guardiola emphasizes.
Pep Guardiola: FC Bayern Munich is currently not an issue for him
And further: “ It doesn't matter whether Bavaria wants me in the future or not . My love for Munich, the club and the people I met there is incredible. "In Barcelona it was similar -" but that's my hometown. The same thing happened here in Manchester. There are incredible people here too ”. That's why Guardiola still has a lot going for the Sky Blues.
"I have everything here to stay."
Pep Guardiola has dismissed rumors of a return to Bayern Munich and says the German club know he will respect his Manchester City contract: https://t.co/QXtxIiNRuC pic.twitter.com/EZvRwILfxh
Last week Joshua Kimmich had spoken about Guardiola's time - he was full of praise. "It is more important than winning titles. That's the real legacy that you like, ”says the 24-year-old. Kimmich is also said to be the preferred candidate for a change to Guardiola's former club FC Barcelona.
Pep Guardiola and FC Bayern Munich - is there hope?
At the end of the interview, Guardiola gives hope once again to all football fans who yearn for one of the best coaches in the world: " I won't be at Manchester City forever ," he says. But for him it was important that he could come back sometime after his departure and then have a good relationship with the people.
Pep Guardiola and FC Bayern Munich - a return before July 2021 therefore seems impossible. First of all, the Reds will have to concentrate on Fortuna Düsseldorf. We accompany the game in the live ticker. At tz.de * you can also find out where you can watch the game live. How will Hansi Flick set up? We thought about the starting eleven. It is an important weekend for FCB anyway - the second team contests the city derby against TSV 1860 in the third division. At tz.de * there is the live ticker for the duel of the rivals. At Borussia Dortmund, on the other hand, things are not going well at all.
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First announcement from November 21, 2019, 10.40 a.m .: Munich - With Niko Kovac , a Bayern coach had to leave early in the autumn for the second time in three years. Predecessor Carlo Ancelotti got it in 2017. The last (non-transitional) coach in FC Bayern's coaching history to fulfill his contract was Pep Guardiola . He left the club in 2016.
Under the Catalan, FCB added three championships and two DFB cup wins to its already lavish collection of titles. The Bayern bosses apparently remember this and are seriously considering getting the coach to return.
Pep Guardiola: will he return to Bayern Munich?
The people of Munich rely on the feel-good factor. According to a report by Sport Bild , Guardiola, who is currently training Manchester City , should no longer be happy in England. Wife Cristina is said to have moved back to Spain with some children.
In contrast, the Guardiola family lived happily together in Munich. Pep is said to still own the city apartment that he bought at the time. A sentence from the Spaniard, which he made in 2016, gives the record champion additional hope. At that time, he said that he would "come back to Germany", "maybe also as a coach".
Pep Guardiola to Bayern Munich? Adviser comments
Guardiola, who has a lot of money available for transfers in Manchester, should also like Bayern's new willingness to invest. FCB invested a total of 143.5 million euros in its squad before the 2019/20 season, although it was not possible to fish the largest fish with Leroy Sané. The Catalan would certainly like to welcome one or the other star alongside Robert Lewandowski in the case of a second term in the Allianz Arena.
With all pro FCB factors (Lewandowski and Kimmich also expressed a positive opinion about a return of pep), there are also things that speak against Guardiola's renewed commitment to Säbener Straße. His contract in Manchester runs until 2021 and the Catalan probably has no ambitions to get out of it early. "Guardiola always fulfills his contracts. I deny all rumors! ”Said his adviser Josep Maria Orotbig .
#Guardiola consultant @SkySportNewsHD also with a clear denial “There are absolutely no thoughts of a return to Bavaria. There was and is no contact with representatives of FC Bayern. Pep has a contract with Manchester City until 2021 and wants to fulfill it. “@ FCBayern @SkySportDE
- Torben Hoffmann (@Sky_Torben) November 19, 2019Pep Guardiola back to Bayern Munich? Confidants have a guess
From the Guardiola area you can also hear that he would like to take a break after his engagement in the city. He gives the impression to familiar people that he is striving for another sabbatical, as he did after his tenure in Barcelona. The kicker reports in his Thursday edition. Back then, the break took a year; then Pep moved to Bayern as a coach.
He also said that the fourth year in Barcelona was a mistake and three years with one club were enough. While Pep adhered to this maxim in Munich, he was head coach in Manchester for the fourth year and would have been in office for five seasons at the end of the contract.
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Guardiola, for whom everything sounds like a cancellation at the moment, is not the only candidate who could follow Hansi Flick as Bayern coach. While the former Kovac-Co may stay at least until Christmas and hope beyond, other candidates are sure to be out of the race.
José Mourinho is now an ex-successor and succeeds the dismissed Mauricio Pochettino at Tottenham Hotspur , who should now become even more the focus of Bayern. Ralf Rangnick and Arséne Wenger are also no longer candidates, while Erik ten Hag could only come in the summer. According to kicker , FCB is still in contact with Thomas Tuchel .
Although the SSC Napoli won 4-0 against the KRC Genk and thus entered the round of 16 of the Champions League, the Italians fired their coach.
The derby between TSV 1860 and FC Bayern II ended in a draw. Did the Bavarians weaken due to insufficient moral support? * Looking at the FCB players, are the Munich players growing in the France-Conenction? Houssem Aouar is said to have aroused the interest of the Reds.
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