Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has addressed criticism about a hand gesture he made during the match against Liverpool at Anfield on December 1, 2024. Guardiola explained that holding up six fingers was not a hint about leaving the club, as some had speculated, but simply a way to highlight the six Premier League titles he has won.

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He also brushed off comparisons with former Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho, pointing out that his own success in the Premier League surpasses Mourinho’s. Speaking at a press conference before City’s game against Nottingham Forest, Guardiola emphasised his achievements and dismissed any rumours about his future.

"I hope not in my case [his domination in the EPL coming to an end like Mourinho]. In the

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end, maybe I am quite similar to Jose. He won three, and I won six [Premier League titles]," he said. Pep Guardiola faced criticism for showing six fingers to Liverpool fans during their taunts at a recent match. The former Barcelona coach explained that he made the gesture in response to chants of "you’re getting sacked in the morning," which he found disrespectful. Manchester City has had a tough start to the 2024/25 Premier League season.

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With 13 games played, they’ve managed seven wins, two draws, and four losses. Currently, City sits fifth in the league with 23 points, 11 points behind leaders Liverpool.

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