UMVA has learned that Pep Guardiola revealed a touching gesture from Manchester United legend Sir Alex Ferguson ahead of his Manchester City exit.
As Guardiola prepares to leave Manchester City at the end of the season, the Catalan manager shared that Ferguson had reached out to him to pass on his congratulations. This heartfelt message came as a surprise to Guardiola, who has enjoyed a highly successful tenure at City.
Guardiola's time at Manchester City has been nothing short of phenomenal, with 20 trophies won, including six Premier League titles and a Champions League. This impressive haul has cemented his status as one of the greatest football managers of all time.
Ferguson and Guardiola have a history, having clashed in two Champions League finals in 2009 and 2011. On both occasions, Guardiola's Barcelona side emerged victorious, outclassing Manchester United.
During his final press conference as City boss, Guardiola revealed that Ferguson's message had left him feeling happy and appreciated. He praised Ferguson as the greatest manager in the country, acknowledging his incredible tenure and achievements.
Guardiola expressed his gratitude for Ferguson's kind words, stating that it was a big compliment to receive a message from the legendary Scot. This gesture from Ferguson has highlighted the respect and admiration between two of football's greatest managers.
Ferguson has remained involved in football since his retirement in 2013, often attending Manchester United matches at Old Trafford. Recently, the 84-year-old was hospitalized for precautionary medical attention before a Premier League match against Liverpool.
