Former Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has reaffirmed his support for the club following the independent commission’s guilty verdict over breaches of the Premier League’s financial regulations.
The commission found Manchester City guilty of serious financial-rule breaches covering the nine-season period from 2009-10 to 2017-18, including findings that the club used arrangements that artificially inflated revenues and reduced costs. The Premier League said the schemes involved more than £900 million in affected revenue and expenses.
City have denied wrongdoing and have the right to appeal the commission’s findings. The Premier League said any sanctions will be dealt with separately at a further hearing.
Amid the fallout from the verdict, Guardiola took to social media to reaffirm his commitment to the club and its supporters.
“I want every single fan to know I am here; more than ever,” Guardiola said.
“I am, always have been, always will be, behind my club, my owner, my chairman, Ferran, the players, staff, Enzo and you, our unique supporters.
“Let me be clear: we will get through this together.
“I love you all.”
Guardiola left his position as City manager at the end of the 2025-26 season but has continued to publicly associate himself with the club.
His message comes as City prepare for the next stage of the disciplinary process. The club has until October 2 to appeal the independent commission’s findings, while the eventual sanctions remain to be decided.
The verdict relates to conduct that the commission found occurred during a period in which City won major domestic and European honours, including Premier League titles. Guardiola was appointed in 2016 and led the club to six Premier League titles and the Champions League among a long list of trophies during his tenure.
