Manchester City announces Enzo Maresca as their latest boss

Enzo Maresca, a 46-year-old Italian, has been appointed as the new manager of Manchester City, succeeding Pep Guardiola, the club announced on Monday.

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Maresca has committed to a three-year contract, which will see him remain at the Etihad Stadium until the summer of 2029.

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Upon his appointment, Maresca expressed his enthusiasm for the opportunity, stating that managing Manchester City is a "brilliant opportunity" for him, given his familiarity with the club.

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Maresca, who has previously managed Leicester in the Championship and Chelsea in the Premier League, praised Manchester City as an "incredibly well-run football club" where everything is "innovative, planned and purposeful".

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He described this setup as a "dream situation" for a manager, providing the necessary consistency to perform his job effectively.

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Maresca noted that this will be his third stint at the club, and he is well aware of the demands and expectations that come with it.

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He attributed the club's special nature to the quality of its staff and expressed gratitude for the faith they have shown in his abilities.

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Maresca stated that he is eager to begin coaching the players, with the goal of achieving wins, playing good football, and embracing the pressure of representing Manchester City.