Pep Guardiola's separation from his wife threatens Manchester City's stability

Reports have revealed that Spanish coach Pep Guardiola of Manchester City is close to officially separating from his wife, Cristina Serra, in a move that could significantly impact the team's stability at the start of the new season.

According to the British newspaper "The Sun", the details of the divorce are expected to be finalized in the coming weeks, with an official announcement anticipated early next month.

The couple, who have been together for over 30 years and married in 2014, hoped to end their relationship amicably, but things have become "more urgent" amid a clear deterioration in their relationship.

Spanish journalist Laura Fa, who broke the news of the separation, confirmed that the relationship between Guardiola and Cristina has shifted from "friendly to formal", with "complex negotiations" between the two parties.

She added that their romantic relationship has completely ended, raising concerns within the club about the impact of this personal crisis on the team's performance in the new season.

It is worth noting that Cristina, who is 52 years old and runs a fashion company, has struggled to settle in Manchester, prompting her to return to Spain five years ago.

Reports indicate that the separation came after an agreement between the two parties last December, shortly after Guardiola renewed his contract with the club, which was one of the reasons for Cristina's desire for a divorce.

This marital crisis comes at the worst time for Guardiola as the coach of Manchester City, especially after announcing his intention to leave the club in 2027 to focus on his personal life, increasing concerns about the team's future in the near term.