The long-awaited announcement for Manchester City supporters, who found themselves without a head coach since Pep Guardiola‘s departure at the end of May, arrived this Monday, June 29. Enzo Maresca has been officially named the new manager of the Skyblues. This marks the first coaching appointment by the Citizens‘ hierarchy since 2016, when Pep Guardiola took the helm. The Italian tactician has committed to a three-season tenure with City.

Enzo Maresca officially takes charge at Manchester City

Maresca arrives with the clear ambition of continuing Pep Guardiola‘s legacy and extending the club’s impressive trophy haul, which saw the Spaniard secure 20 titles in 10 years. Expressing his excitement, Maresca stated, “Manchester City is a club I know very well, and the opportunity to lead this team is a tremendous chance for me. City is an exceptionally well-managed club. Everything here is innovative, thoroughly considered, and executed with a precise objective. For a coach, it’s an ideal environment. It offers me the stability I need to perform my job under the best conditions. I am eager to start training the players. I want us to win, to play quality football, and to relish the challenge of representing Manchester City.”

Is Malo Gusto’s move to City now complete?

The official confirmation of Enzo Maresca‘s signing could very well seal the fate of Malo Gusto‘s journey at Chelsea, which began in 2023. Having previously played under the Italian’s guidance until January 1, 2026, at the Blues, the 23-year-old French international is now poised to reunite with him at Manchester City. Reports had indicated the mutual desire of both individuals to rekindle their collaboration at the Etihad Stadium. Once the World Cup concludes, where the right-back is currently competing with the French national team, Gusto is expected to swap his Chelsea kit for that of Manchester City.