In the eyes of Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, his former mentor Pep Guardiola stands out as the best manager globally, surpassing all others by a significant margin.
Arteta, who served as Guardiola’s assistant for a triumphant three-year period following his playing career, transitioned into the role of Arsenal’s head coach in December 2019.
During the previous season, Arteta navigated a close race with Guardiola for the Premier League trophy, with Arsenal narrowly missing out in the final stages of the competition.
As the current season unfolds, Arteta’s Arsenal finds itself leading the league standings once more as they prepare to face Guardiola’s side at Etihad Stadium.
Regarding Guardiola, the 42-year-old expressed, “He is, in my opinion, the finest manager in the world by a significant margin.
Arteta fondly reminisced, “He is someone I truly cherished working alongside, a bond that will endure indefinitely. Guardiola’s exceptional intellect, team management approach, and unparalleled work ethic often overshadow the extensive efforts he quietly puts in behind the scenes, unnoticed by many.”