After 20 trophies and a decade of success, one of the most important periods in Manchester City's history may be coming to an end.

Ten years ago, Pep Guardiola joined Manchester City to transform a high-spending team into a genuine force in European football. Now it seems that golden story has reached its final season.

Reports indicate that City officials are preparing for Guardiola's departure at the end of this season; an event that could be made official after the last league game against Aston Villa. It is even said that if City does not achieve a favorable result in the crucial match against Bournemouth, this news may be announced sooner.

Despite the club still emphasizing that Pep has a contract for next season, discussions behind the scenes about his successor have intensified, with the name Enzo Maresca, former Chelsea coach and Guardiola's former assistant, being mentioned more than others.

During this decade, Guardiola transformed City from a domestic contender into one of the most powerful teams in the world; 20 trophies, several Premier League titles, the UEFA Champions League, and even a historic treble are part of his legacy at the Etihad.

Now, City fans enter the final week of the season, perhaps just one game away from the end of one of the most successful eras in the club's history; an era that also changed English football.

Source: National News