Manchester City confirmed on Monday that Enzo Maresca has been appointed head coach on a three-year contract. Chelsea released a lengthy statement detailing the circumstances surrounding their former manager's sudden resignation during the January 2025 transfer window and his pursuit of succeeding Pep Guardiola.
Senior figures at Manchester City say Pep Guardiola often considered stepping down during difficult spells before ultimately leaving the Etihad; after summer reinforcements, the club are targeting a strong resurgence.
Manchester City's chairman said Guardiola had threatened to quit many times during low spells; this season both sides tacitly agreed not to persuade him to stay, bringing down the curtain on a decade of Premier League dominance.
A former Manchester United scout says City could beat Arsenal to the signing of Morgan Rogers; the player will decide his future after the World Cup as debate rages on social media.
Enrique guided Paris Saint-Germain to back-to-back Champions League triumphs, lifting the third trophy of his managerial career to join Pep Guardiola and Zinedine Zidane on three titles apiece, while Carlo Ancelotti remains out in front with five.
Brazilian winger determined to join Tottenham with Manchester City willing to sell; Guardiola's departure weakens a key obstacle that blocked the transfer last year.
Manchester City centre-back Ruben Dias is seeking a summer move, with Real Madrid and other top clubs monitoring his situation.
Pep Guardiola bid farewell to Manchester City at the end of the season, said he controlled the timing of his departure, and cited Jürgen Klopp's example to remind successor Enzo Maresca to stay true to himself.
Manchester City have confirmed Pep Guardiola will leave at the end of the season, with Maresca set to succeed him; Guardiola will become a global ambassador for City Football Group.
The verdict in Manchester City's financial fair play case could be announced after the season ends, with a former club adviser saying the independent commission is still drafting its ruling.
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