Manchester City Agrees with Maresca to Replace Departing Guardiola
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19 May 2026at09:56
News reports have confirmed that Manchester City has identified the coach who will replace Spaniard Pep Guardiola after he decided to leave the club at the end of the current season.
Journalist Fabrizio Romano indicated that City's management has reached a final agreement with Italian coach Enzo Maresca to lead the team for the next three seasons.
Guardiola had decided, contrary to his recent statements, to depart from his position as Manchester City manager at the end of the current season, after spending 10 years with the "Citizens."
It is worth noting that Maresca, who was most recently a coach at Chelsea, had previously worked as a coach for Manchester City's youth team and also served as an assistant to Guardiola.
Q&A
What coach will replace Pep Guardiola at Manchester City?
Manchester City has reached a final agreement with Italian coach Enzo Maresca to take over the team. Maresca previously worked with City's youth team and as an assistant to Guardiola, bringing familiarity to the role.
Why is Pep Guardiola leaving Manchester City?
Pep Guardiola decided to depart from his position as Manchester City manager at the end of the current season. His decision comes after spending a significant period with the club, contrary to some recent public statements.
What is Enzo Maresca's coaching background before joining Manchester City?
Enzo Maresca previously served as a coach for Manchester City's youth team and also worked as an assistant to Pep Guardiola. Most recently, he held a coaching position at Chelsea before agreeing to lead City.
