Man City's Pep Guardiola named Premier League Manager of the Year

Pep Guardiola, aged 53, was announced as the Premier League Manager of the Year on Tuesday, following his remarkable feat of leading Manchester City to an unprecedented fourth consecutive title.
Having joined the club in 2016, the Spanish coach has now secured this prestigious award a total of four times. With an impressive tally of six league titles, he currently stands as the joint second-most successful coach in the history of English football.
In expressing his gratitude, Guardiola acknowledged that this accolade is a testament to the unwavering dedication and exceptional performance of everyone involved at the Club across all departments.
He further expressed his immense pride in managing such a talented group of players, as well as the privilege of collaborating with outstanding coaches and support staff on a daily basis.
The achievement of winning four consecutive titles holds a special place in Guardiola's illustrious career, as he considers it to be one of his proudest accomplishments.
Recognizing the immense competitiveness of the English league, he commended the remarkable football displayed by their formidable rivals.
Guardiola emerged victorious in the face of tough competition from other esteemed managers, including Mikel Arteta of Arsenal, Unai Emery of Aston Villa, Andoni Iraola of Bournemouth, and Jurgen Klopp of Liverpool.
Chris John