Manchester City’s 1-1 draw at Bournemouth ended its hopes of winning the Premier League with one match remaining. The result confirmed Arsenal as English champions after a 22-year wait. City finished four points behind Arsenal and could not catch them. Reports claimed Guardiola would step down after the final game against Aston Villa, but the club had not responded publicly. Guardiola said he would speak with his chairman and bosses when the season finishes, noting he never talks about his future with others first. He added that when a manager anticipates leaving, players may stop following, so leadership requires timely discussion. He congratulated Mikel Arteta, Arsenal, staff, backroom staff, and fans, and said City showed perseverance despite factors beyond control.
""Allow me to talk with my chairman," Guardiola told the BBC. "I have one more year (of my) contract. "When I finish the season every time we talk about it. I never talk with anyone. First of all, I talk with my chairman and my bosses.""
"He added: "I have from my experience when the boss or manager is anticipating he is leaving -- the players don't follow you any more. You have to lead. Now is the moment to talk to him.""
"The Catalan was again asked for clarity in his post-match press conference but instead chose to congratulate Arsenal and their manager Mikel Arteta, who previously worked under him at City. "I am pretty sure it will be special for him (Arteta). He put in a lot of effort and work. Congratulations to him.' "... Congratulations Arsenal, Mikel, staff, backroom staff, fans for the well deserved (title).""
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