Manchester City director of football Txiki Begiristain has left the Premier League outfit after 13 years and will be succeeded by Sporting’s Hugo Viana, the club announced on Thursday.
The 60-year-old Spaniard has been a major part of a trophy-laden period for City during which it won seven Premier League titles, two FA Cups, a Champions League, and a Club World Cup.
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Begiristain previously served as Barcelona’s director of football for seven years until 2010.
His departure from Etihad has raised questions about manager Pep Guardiola’s future at the club.
Begiristain and Guardiola have worked closely together at City. The 54-year-old Guardiola’s current contract ends after this season and the Spaniard’s plans remain uncertain.
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