Barcelona, Spain – Pep Guardiola, the esteemed manager of Manchester City, and his wife Cristina Serra have ended their 30-year marriage, with sources revealing that the separation is due to Guardiola’s all-consuming dedication to his career in football.

Guardiola, known for his meticulous and work-centric approach to managing, has been described as a “total workaholic.” This intense focus on his professional life reportedly strained his relationship with Serra, who moved back to Barcelona in 2019 to oversee the family’s fashion business, leaving Guardiola in Manchester.

A close friend of the couple commented on the situation, noting, “I think they have grown apart. She left Manchester about five years ago to return to Barcelona. That has taken its toll. He is a total workaholic and not being involved in their family fashion business together may have affected their relationship too.”

Despite the split, the transition has been amicable, with both parties maintaining a “cordial, stable, and friendly” relationship. They share three children and were seen together over the Christmas period of 2024, indicating a commitment to co-parenting and familial harmony post-separation.

This news comes at a time when Manchester City is navigating through a competitive season, sparking some speculation among fans and observers about the potential impact of Guardiola’s personal life on his professional performance. However, no direct link has been established between his personal circumstances and the team’s results.

The couple has kept the details of their separation private, focusing public attention on their mutual respect and the well-being of their family.