Erik ten Hag's stern warning to Pep Guardiola has resurfaced following Manchester City's nightmare run of form. A series of woeful results since October 30 have left Guardiola's Premier League and Champions League aspirations this season in jeopardy.
In the last ten matches across all competitions, the once formidable City have only managed a single victory, eroding the aura of invincibility that took the Catalan eight years to build.
This shocking turn of events has naturally sparked speculation among football fans and media about whether City, like any other footballing dynasty, are on the decline.
As we approach Sunday's crucial Manchester Derby, Ten Hag's words from his 2022 appointment as Manchester United manager have gained traction. READ MORE: The second half trend for Amorim and Guardiola that could be key in Man City vs Manchester United READ MORE: Relegation claim, Premier League next step, missing the point - Man City 115 charges verdict When questioned about challenging City and Liverpool ahead of his debut season, Ten Hag stated that their respective managers didn't need to exit the Premier League for their "era" to end.
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