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Pep Guardiola and Cristina Serra begin divorce proceedings with Man City boss set to use same lawyer as estranged wife to finalise split

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<p>Despite the split, both parties have opted for a<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-in/lists/pep-guardiola-split-wife-cristina-serra-tense-dinner-leaving-man-city-middle-east/blt315b7ec44f02dd3e" target="_blank"> smooth and amicable resolution,</a> choosing to share the same legal representation to handle their divorce proceedings. Their approach aims to prevent a contentious legal battle while ensuring that their <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/pep-guardiola-s-wife-cristina-serra-makes-first-public-statement-since-shock-split-from-man-city-boss/bltbc95ea14fd0f6af8" target="_blank">long-standing relationship remains respectful.</a></p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>The pair had already announced their decision to split in Janaury after spending 30 years in a marital relationship. Sources close to the couple suggest that they have already outlined the key terms of their financial settlement, which could be finalised in a matter of weeks.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>Spanish journalist Lorena Vazquez shared the details during an interview with <em>Y Ahora Sonsoles: </em>"They want it above all to be friendly for the sake of their children. As you can imagine money is not going to be an issue and they have already agreed to the initial terms to make sure this separation is the most cordial possible. They have a very good relationship, so much so that the same lawyer is arranging the whole thing. The divorce is on the way and is being left in the hands of people with their absolute trust."</p>

WHAT HAS BEEN SAID

<p>Reports suggest that Guardiola’s decision to extend his contract at Manchester City until 2027 played a role in the couple’s separation. However, since signing the contract extension, the reigning Premier League champions have struggled for form, enduring their worst run under Guardiola’s leadership. Their latest setback came on Sunday when they suffered a 2-0 home defeat to Arne Slot’s Liverpool, leaving them 20 points adrift of the league leaders.</p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>With their title defence in serious jeopardy, Guardiola’s focus now shifts to Manchester City’s upcoming clash against Tottenham in north London on Wednesday.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR MANCHESTER CITY?

Pep Guardiola and Cristina Serra begin divorce proceedings with Man City boss set to use same lawyer as estranged wife to finalise split | Goal.com

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola and Cristina Serra have hired the same set of lawyers to finalise their divorce procedure.

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