Tempting as it might be to draw a straight line between Pep Guardiola’s public displays of stress and the reports in Spain of his divorce from wife Cristina, the only people who can illuminate the precise chronology are the couple themselves.

Maria Guardiola's emotional reflections shed light on her family's values as Pep Guardiola faces challenges both at home and in football.

Pep Guardiola has shown incredible faith in his players, but it has become increasingly clear that change in the squad is needed