Manchester City avoided the shock of missing next season's Champions League, clinching a vital 2-0 win over Fulham on the final day of the Premier League season. The result ensured Pep Guardiola's side maintained their place among Europe’s elite for a 15th straight year, despite enduring a trophyless campaign — their first in eight seasons.

Following the win, Guardiola faced questions about Jack Grealish’s absence from the matchday squad, sparking speculation about the midfielder’s future. Grealish has struggled throughout the season and is rumored to be among the players likely to leave this summer amid a planned squad overhaul.

In a fiery post-match response, Guardiola defended his decision, saying: “Don’t ask me about Jack. Who said I’m not happy with him? I fought for him to be here and to stay.” He highlighted other selection choices, such as Rico Lewis and James McAtee, emphasizing it wasn’t personal.

Guardiola hinted that future transfer decisions will fall to Director of Football Txiki Begiristain and the club’s agents, as City look to reshape a squad he believes is currently too large and underperforming.