After winning 12 domestic top-flight titles across Spain, Germany and England, Guardiola endured a trophyless campaign with City last season.

Pep Guardiola has dismissed the notion that the 2024-25 season was disastrous and said the third-place finish was better than his last title win. City failed to win a trophy last season and barely got into the Champions League.

After their first title miss in five seasons, Manchester City look in need of a rebuild as they attempt to return to the top step of the Premier League. With City taking part in the Club World Cup, chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak said their new squad will be ready before the tournament starts on June 14 so City could move quickly on some big targets.