Guardiola's legacy of genius will echo through all ages for years to come

Pep Guardiola's great mentor and inspiration Johan Cruyff once said: "Winning is an important thing, but to have your own style, to have people copy you, to admire you... this is the greatest gift." As Manchester City prepare for the departure of the Catalan genius after a decade in charge, Guardiola's legacy can be seen as a monument to the legendary Dutchman who cast his spell over him as a youngster at Barcelona. Cruyff said: "Winning is just one day. …