The mystery of Manchester City manager Philippe Gaudio's contract extension has finally been solved. According to a series of reports in the British media, the 53-year-old Spanish soccer wizard has nodded his head and agreed to extend his contract for another year, possibly until 2027, thus injecting a shot in the arm for the Blue Moon Army's preparations for their Premier League home game against Tottenham in the early hours of Sunday morning (24th).
Gaudio's contract was due to expire next summer, and it was rumored that he might leave the club at the end of the season, with the Brazilian national team even interested in inviting him to take charge of the coaching staff. However, the manager himself has recently denied the rumors of joining the "Samba Army", and with this decision to extend his contract, the uncertainty of the Manchester City coaching staff has finally been settled.
It is reported that City never considered letting another coach take over Godio's position, but went all out to make sure he stayed in the team and even allowed him to decide his own salary. Godio's current annual salary has reached 20 million pounds (about 198 million Hong Kong dollars), is deservedly the world's highest-paid soccer coach. It is believed that his salary will reach a new high after his contract extension. With City suffering from four consecutive defeats recently, Gaudio's contract extension will undoubtedly boost the team's morale.
Gaudio has been in charge at City since the summer of 2016, helping the team win six Premier League titles, two EFL Cups, four EFL Cups, one UEFA Champions League title and one Club World Cup, making him virtually untouchable at City.
