"He wanted a chance to switch off, forget the past, and discover new ideas."
Financial Times noted in 2013 that Guardiola thrives on New York's culture, using his time there to expand his intellectual horizons.
A recent Manchester City clothing line featuring a large "P" logo showcased a distinctly American sports culture influence.
Jon Mackenzie, author of the upcoming book The Spectre of Pep: How Guardiola Haunts Modern Football Tactics, analyzed this cultural connection.
"This is something that happened during his time in New York for his sabbatical," Mackenzie said.
"He's just a curious guy with a lot of interests outside football, and I suspect he would treat the opportunity to be in the US as a way of expanding his horizons again."
Managing in Major League Soccer would present unique tactical challenges due to roster limitations and a salary cap outside of designated players like Messi and Thomas Müller.
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However, the absence of spending limits on team staff allows ambitious club owners to make competitive offers to secure the legendary manager.
