Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleMaresca has been confirmed as the new Man City boss (Reuters)Chelsea issued an explosive statement blaming their former manager, Enzo Maresca, for their "hugely disappointing season" immediately after his appointment as Manchester City manager. The club revealed that Maresca informed them in autumn 2025 of his desire to succeed Pep Guardiola at Manchester City, despite being under a long-term contract with Chelsea. Chelsea stated that Maresca unexpectedly and abruptly resigned in December 2025, leaving the club feeling "let down" and with no choice but to accept his departure to protect the club. Following Maresca's exit, Chelsea's season spiralled, with the hasty appointment of Liam Rosenior leading to five consecutive losses without scoring and a 10th-place finish, as they missed out on European football. Chelsea confirmed a confidential compensation settlement with Manchester City, understood to be £17m, and stated Maresca will also pay compensation for breaking his contract, after announcing Xabi Alonso as their new manager. In fullChelsea blame Enzo Maresca for poor season in explosive statement after Man City appointmentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

Manchester City has confirmed the appointment of Enzo Maresca as Pep Guardiola's replacement in a move that had been a long time coming.

Enzo Maresca has been confirmed as Manchester City’s new manager, replacing Pep Guardiola on a three-year contract

Manchester City on Monday unveiled Italian Enzo Maresca as their new manager, taking over from Pep Guardiola.

The former Chelsea manager returns to the club where he spent time as an assistant

Former Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca has completed his move to Manchester City, after they agreed to pay £17million to Chelsea to finally land the Italian as Pep Guardiola's…

Italian coach replaces Pep Guardiola in what will be his third spell at the Premier League club

Enzo Maresca replaces Pep Guardiola at Manchester City on a three-year deal. City paid Chelsea around €20M in compensation for the former assistant coach.

The Italian will replace Pep Guardiola in the dugout this summer.

Enzo Maresca has been confirmed as the new manager of Manchester City ahead of Pep Guardiola's official exit

The Italian replaces Pep Guardiola at the Etihad Stadium.

Chelsea confirms Enzo Maresca resigned in January 2026 to pursue Manchester City role, with a £4.3M settlement and £17.2M compensation talks still ongoing.

Chelsea have hit out at their former manager after Maresca was appointed as Pep Guardiola’s successor at Manchester City

Manchester City on Monday hired former Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca to lead the club into a new era after Pep Guardiola stepped down at the end of last season.

Manchester City on Monday unveiled Italian Enzo Maresca as their new manager, taking over from Pep Guardiola. | Football News

Former Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca succeeds Pep Guardiola at Manchester City, bringing experience from his Club World Cup triumph and prior roles within City's coaching setup.

Enzo Maresca has been appointed as the new Manchester City manager, replacing Pep Guardiola

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Former Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has completed his return to Manchester City, signing a three-year contract to succeed Pep Guardiola after a £17 million compensation dispute.

Manchester City have confirmed Enzo Maresca as manager – but only after he personally paid compensation to former club Chelsea.

Manchester City have appointed Enzo Maresca as the new head coach after agreeing a compensation package of £17 million with Chelsea.