Pep Guardiola was crowned Premier League Manager of the Year on Tuesday, after leading Manchester City to an unprecedented fourth consecutive victory.

The Spanish coach has won the trophy four times since joining the club in 2016.

He is presently the equal second most successful coach in English football history, having won six league titles.

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“This award reflects the hard work and excellence of the people at the Club in all departments,” Guardiola said.

“I am so proud to be manager of this group of players and work alongside the brilliant coaches and support staff every day.

“Winning four titles in a row is one of the proudest achievements of my career.

“This is the toughest league in the world and our competitors have played some incredible football.”

Guardiola beat Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta, Aston Villa’s Unai Emery, Bournemouth’s Andoni Iraola, and Liverpool’s Jurgen Klopp.