Manchester City appoint Enzo Maresca as new manager, Malo Gusto transfer imminent

The long-awaited announcement for Manchester City supporters, who had been without a coach since Pep Guardiola left at the end of May, came on Monday, June 29. Enzo Maresca has become the new manager of the Skyblues. This is the first time the Citizens board have made such an appointment since 2016, when Pep Guardiola was named. The Italian tactician has signed a three‑year deal with City.

Enzo Maresca officially takes the helm at Manchester City

He aims to pick up where Guardiola left off and continue the Spaniard’s remarkable trophy haul — 20 titles in a decade. “Manchester City is a club I know very well, and having the opportunity to lead this team is a fantastic chance for me. City is exceptionally well managed. Everything is innovative, thoughtful, and executed with a clear purpose. For a coach, this is an ideal environment. It gives me the stability I need to do my job in the best conditions. I can’t wait to start training the players. I want us to win, play quality football, and enjoy the challenge of representing Manchester City.”

Malo Gusto’s move to City finalised?

Maresca’s confirmed signing may well have sealed the end of Malo Gusto‘s chapter with Chelsea, which began in 2023. After playing under the Italian at the Blues until January 1, 2026, the 23‑year‑old France international could now reunite with him at Manchester City. On Sunday, it was revealed that both men were keen to renew their partnership at the Etihad Stadium. Once the World Cup, in which the right‑back is representing France, is over, Gusto is expected to swap the Chelsea jersey for that of Manchester City.