Manchester: Khaldoon Al Mubarak, Chairman of Manchester City, emphasized that the club is strategically designed and built to win. He highlighted the transformative decade under Pep Guardiola's management, during which the club secured 20 major trophies, following the success under former managers Roberto Mancini and Manuel Pellegrini. Al Mubarak stressed the need to sustain and extend the club's remarkable achievements.
According to Emirates News Agency, in his annual end-of-season interview, Al Mubarak expressed confidence in the club's continued success, emphasizing the consistent guiding principles that support the club's achievements. He stated that the drive to win is deeply ingrained within every level of the organization, from leadership to staff.
Al Mubarak remarked, "We are far from peaked. This is a Club that is designed and built to win." Highlighting the club's established culture of success, he reflected on the journey since 2008 and the significant milestones achieved by different generations of players and managers.
He acknowledged the pivotal roles of past managers, saying, "Roberto Mancini brought that first Premier League title to this Club, and Manuel Pellegrini continued with another Premier League title and further success." Al Mubarak credited Guardiola for elevating the club to unparalleled heights, recognizing the collective effort involved in maintaining a winning mindset.
Reflecting on the club's evolution, Al Mubarak noted, "Look over these 18 years, how many different generations of teams that we have been collectively putting together, each one special." He acknowledged the contributions of legendary players like Sergio Aguero, Yaya Toure, and David Silva, along with current stars such as Kevin De Bruyne, Ilkay Gundogan, and emerging talents like Erling Haaland.
Al Mubarak reiterated the club's commitment to success, stating, "We continue and, in every aspect, it's different because it's different players but the success will come." He concluded by affirming Manchester City's status as the most successful club in English football over the past 18 years, vowing to maintain the winning momentum despite inevitable changes in players, coaches, and executives.
