Overview

• Txiki Begiristain officially stepped down on July 31 after 13 years directing City’s recruitment and football operations.
• Hugo Viana, the former Sporting CP director, will take charge ahead of the 2025–26 season.
• Under Begiristain’s stewardship, Manchester City secured seven Premier League titles, two FA Cups, six EFL Cups, the Champions League and the Club World Cup.
• Viana brings a track record from Sporting CP that includes the club’s first Primeira Liga crown in 19 years and a reputation for sharp talent identification.
• Pep Guardiola’s future remains unclear as City contends with more than 100 alleged Premier League financial breaches.