Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has expressed concerns over the financial sustainability of maintaining a large squad, similar to Chelsea’s. Guardiola remarked that while Chelsea already possesses a substantial squad, Manchester City would need to expand their roster to 25 or 30 players in the upcoming season.
He questioned the financial feasibility of such an expansion, stating, “How do you sustain financially? We won’t have revenues, impossible!” Guardiola highlighted that the club’s current revenue is largely due to player sales, implying that without such sales, maintaining a larger squad would be financially challenging.
Recent Context
Guardiola’s comments come amidst a backdrop of recent discussions about squad depth and player availability. Just days earlier, he emphasised the importance of having key players available, prioritising their return over making new signings in the January transfer window. Additionally, Guardiola has been vocal about his future plans, ruling out managing another club after his tenure at Manchester City.
Guardiola’s Concerns
- Financial sustainability of a larger squad
- Current revenue reliant on player sales
- Comparison with Chelsea’s squad size
Guardiola’s statements reflect a broader concern about balancing squad depth with financial health, a challenge faced by many top football clubs.