Manchester City has announced the appointment of former Chelsea and Leicester boss Enzo Maresca as the club’s new manager.
The Italian has signed a three-year contract until summer 2029. Maresca has already worked for the Cityzens in his career, leading their Elite Development Squad to a Premier League 2 title in 2020/21.
His success there saw him become head coach of Parma before rejoining City as one of Pep Guardiola’s assistants.
“Manchester City is a club I know very well and to have the chance to manage this team is a brilliant opportunity for me,” Maresca said.
“City is an incredibly well-run football club. Everything they do is innovative, planned and purposeful. For a manager, that is a dream situation. It provides the consistency I need to do my job effectively.
“This will be my third spell here. I know this club, I know the demands, and I know the expectations. The quality of the people who work here is what makes it so special, and I want to thank them for showing faith in my ability.
“I cannot wait to start coaching the players. I want us to win, play good football and enjoy the pressure of representing Manchester City.”
Maresca’s first senior management role in England came at Leicester City, where he won the Championship in his sole season in charge.
A stint with Chelsea followed; Maresca won the UEFA Conference League during his spell with the Blues but ultimately departed on January 1st, 2026.
He was widely tipped to be Guardiola’s successor at City when the time came and will now lead the eight-time Premier League champions for the 2026/27 campaign.
