While at Villarreal, Pellegrini managed the team for five successful years, leading them to their most successful period in history, including a UEFA Champions League semi-final appearance. In 2009, he was appointed as the manager of Real Madrid. During his time there, the team won the Peace Cup under his guidance, though he spent only a single season with the club.
In 2010, Pellegrini took over as manager of Málaga CF in Spain, transforming the club into a competitive side that qualified for the UEFA Champions League for the first time. In 2013, he accepted the role of manager at Manchester City. Under his leadership, the team entered a highly successful era, capturing several titles including the Premier League and two Football League Cups. His attacking tactics and calm demeanor made him widely respected among players and fans alike.
After his tenure at Manchester City, Pellegrini became the manager of Hebei China Fortune in August 2016. His move to the Chinese Super League demonstrated his international appeal and adaptability to different football cultures and markets.
Manuel Pellegrini is married to Carola Pucci, and together they have three sons. Known for his disciplined approach and tactical acumen, Pellegrini has managed over 600 matches in his career, with his teams securing 313 wins and 137 draws, resulting in a win percentage of approximately 51.3%.
He has been honored multiple times throughout his career, including earning the Premier League Manager of the Month award. As of recent estimates, his annual salary is approximately $5.75 million, and his net worth stands at around $21.3 million. He also maintains an active presence on social media, where he enjoys strong support from fans around the globe.
Return to the previous page| Birth Date: | 16 Sep, 1953 |
| Age: | 66 yrs |
| Occupations: | Association football player Association football manager |
| Citizenship: | Chile |
| Birth Place: | Santiago |
| Education: | Pontifical Catholic University of Chile |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | Chilean association football player and manager |
| Net Worth 2021: | 20 million |
