Bob Poe | June 1, 2026 |
Pep Guardiola has turned down Sir David Beckham’s ambitious pitch to bring him to Inter Miami, but the England national team might still be in his future.
Key Points
- Guardiola says no to Inter Miami: The former Manchester City manager has rejected David Beckham’s offer to replace Javier Mascherano as head coach of Inter Miami.
- Mascherano’s sudden resignation: The former coach stepped down in April 2026, just months after leading the team to its first MLS title.
- Guardiola’s sabbatical plans: After a decade of dominance at Manchester City, Guardiola is taking a break from football, with no immediate plans to return to management.
- England remains a possibility: Guardiola has previously been linked to the England job, and with Thomas Tuchel contracted only through Euro 2028, the door isn’t fully closed.
Guardiola Rejects Beckham’s Approach
Pep Guardiola won’t be heading to South Florida — at least not anytime soon.
Inter Miami co-owner Sir David Beckham had reportedly targeted Guardiola as the ideal candidate to replace Javier Mascherano, who resigned as head coach in April. The prospect of pairing Guardiola with Lionel Messi in the glitzy backdrop of Miami was tantalizing, but Guardiola’s response was clear: not now.
According to Yahoo Sports, Guardiola has “rejected an ambitious approach” from Beckham, citing his desire for a break from football. The Express echoed this report, stating Guardiola is “set to reject” the offer, while Tribuna confirmed the same through sources close to the manager.
Guardiola’s representatives have consistently maintained that he plans to take a sabbatical year to focus on family and recharge after his historic tenure at Manchester City.
Mascherano’s Resignation: A Sudden Blow
The timing of Beckham’s approach to Guardiola is no coincidence. Inter Miami has been without a head coach since April 14, 2026, when Javier Mascherano shocked the club by resigning for personal reasons.
Mascherano’s departure came just four months after he led Inter Miami to their first-ever MLS title, a moment that cemented his place in the club’s history
