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Enzo Maresca agrees to become Manchester City head coachManchester City has reached a verbal agreement with Enzo Maresca to replace Pep Guardiola. The Italian manager will sign a three-year deal, ending months of speculation since May 19./images/2026/06/enzo-maresca-agrees-to-become-manchester-city-head-coach-4a9a222b-800w.webpEnzo Maresca agrees to become Manchester City head coach

Enzo Maresca agrees to become Manchester City head coach

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Manchester City has reached a verbal agreement with Enzo Maresca to replace Pep Guardiola. The Italian manager will sign a three-year deal, ending months of speculation since May 19.

Manchester City has secured a total verbal agreement with Enzo Maresca to become the club's next head coach, according to sources. The Italian manager, who has been considered the ideal candidate to succeed Pep Guardiola, will sign an initial three-year contract at the Etihad Stadium.

Agreement reached after months of speculation

The deal, which has been described as a 'here we go' by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, marks the end of a prolonged search that began on May 19. Since that date, Maresca has been consistently linked with the role, and the club has never doubted his appointment. The Italian is already fully involved in transfer strategies, indicating a seamless transition.

Maresca's background and fit

Enzo Maresca, a former midfielder who played for clubs including Juventus and Sevilla, has built a reputation as a tactical coach. He previously served as an assistant to Guardiola at Manchester City before taking head coaching roles elsewhere. His familiarity with the club's philosophy and playing style made him the top candidate to lead the team into a new era.

The announcement is expected to be made official in the coming days, with Maresca set to take charge immediately. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how the new manager shapes the squad ahead of the next season.

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