Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola's wife and two young daughters were caught up in the terror attack at the Manchester Arena last night.
Cristina Serra and her daughters Valentina and Maria are reportedly safe after the explosion which killed 22 people and injured a further 59.
It is also understood that several members of City's staff were in attendance.
A message on Guardiola's official Twitter account said: "Shocked. Can't believe what happened last night. My deepest condolences to the families and friends of the victims. #Ilovemanchester"
Guardiola was due to fly to Abu Dhabi today to discuss his first season in charge with the club's owners.
The club's Etihad stadium is being used as an emergency help centre and flags were flown at half mast.
A statement in response to the attack read: "The thoughts and prayers of our ownership, Board and everyone at Manchester City are with the people of Manchester and all those affected following the horrifying events of last night’s Manchester Arena attack.
"We have offered our full support throughout the night and this morning to the leaders of the City of Manchester itself and to the Emergency Services who are doing so much to support our city in these most challenging of circumstances."
City's players have been paying tribute to the victims on social media.
Vincent Kompany said: "I would like to express my deepest condolences to the families of the victims. It's a sad day for the great city of Manchester. #Unity"
Raheem Sterling wrote: "Shocking events for this great city. My thoughts and prayers are with the families."
Leroy Sane posted a picture of a Union Flag with Manchester written on it with the message: "My prayers go out to everyone who was involved in last night's attack at #Manchester. #PrayForManchester"
City's rivals Manchester United have also paid their respects.
Jose Mourinho's men held a minute's silence at their training ground this morning as they prepared for their Europa League final.
The club also placed extra security checks for players arriving at Carrington and closed Old Trafford to the public.
Mourinho has also decided to forego his press conference this afternoon as a mark of respect.
Culled: www.mirror.co.uk
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