Begiristain announces departure from Manchester City

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Begiristain joined City in 2012, following his successful tenure with Barcelona.

Manchester City director of football Txiki Begiristain is set to leave the club at the end of the season.AdvertisementAdvertisement

The news arrives as manager Pep Guardiola's contract continues to run down.

The pair are close, along with chief exec Ferran Soriano, with the trio also working together at Barcelona.