#Maresca
Enzo Maresca replaced Pep Guardiola as Manchester City manager in summer 2025. Follow all the latest news, match reports, tactical analysis, and in-depth coverage of Maresca's time at the Etihad on Not Really Here.
Maresca era begins: City's 2026/27 season key dates
Enzo Maresca's first season as City manager begins with an Asia pre-season tour, a Community Shield clash with Arsenal, and a home Premier League opener against Bournemouth.
29 July 2026
England's World Cup Progress Creates Early Headache for Maresca
England's World Cup win over DR Congo keeps key City players away from pre-season longer, creating a scheduling headache for new manager Enzo Maresca.
1 July 2026
City linked with £57m move for Chelsea's Gusto
Manchester City are reportedly interested in Chelsea right-back Malo Gusto as Enzo Maresca takes over, with a potential £57m deal being discussed.
23 June 2026
Kovacic commits to City after Maresca talks: 'They count on me'
Mateo Kovacic confirms he is staying at Manchester City after talks with Enzo Maresca, insisting 'they count on me' as he prepares for the 2026-27 season.
4 August 2026
Enzo Maresca plays key role as Manchester City beat Arsenal to Jeremy Monga signing
Enzo Maresca has helped Manchester City secure the signing of Leicester City winger Jeremy Monga, beating Arsenal to the 16-year-old's signature.
6 July 2026
Why City's Seoul Showdown With Atleti Matters More Than a Typical Friendly
With only three friendlies this summer, City's Seoul clash with Atlético carries extra weight as Maresca looks to fine-tune his side before the season begins.
5 August 2026 Di Marzio calls out Chelsea's 'distorted truth' over Maresca exit
Gianluca Di Marzio has accused Chelsea of pushing a 'distorted truth' over Enzo Maresca's departure, claiming the manager faced an 'unbearable' situation at Stamford Bridge.
2 July 2026
Rodri Contract Uncertainty Lingers as City Rebuild Takes Shape
Rodri's contract expires at the end of the upcoming season as City undergo significant squad changes under Maresca, while Foden is set to extend until 2030.
22 July 2026 Three City Players Through to World Cup Quarter-Finals as England Survive Mexico Scare
Marc Guehi, Nico O'Reilly and Elliot Anderson started for England in a chaotic 3-2 win over Mexico, adding to Enzo Maresca's pre-season planning challenges.
6 July 2026 Maresca made Rodri a non-negotiable demand in his City contract – and the club are sticking to it
Enzo Maresca made retaining Rodri a condition of his City contract six months ago. The club are now rejecting all Real Madrid advances, despite the midfielder entering his final...
25 July 2026 Man City finally confirm Enzo Maresca as Chelsea release explosive statement
Manchester City have confirmed Enzo Maresca as their new manager on a three-year contract, prompting a blistering 322-word statement from Chelsea detailing the circumstances of...
29 June 2026 Maresca takes 28-man squad to Asia as City begin pre-season tour
Enzo Maresca has named a 28-man squad for City's pre-season tour of Asia, with friendlies against Inter Milan, K-League All-Stars and Atletico Madrid.
28 July 2026
Foden's World Cup Omission Presents Maresca With Pre-Season Opportunity
Phil Foden's World Cup omission hands Enzo Maresca an unexpected chance to work with the forward throughout pre-season without international interruptions.
25 June 2026
Maresca’s Asia squad taking shape amid Rodri uncertainty and key exits
Enzo Maresca prepares to take a strong City squad to Asia despite key absentees, with Rodri’s situation unresolved and Bernardo Silva and John Stones already departed.
27 July 2026
Maresca’s first City XI: Donnarumma starts, Foden captains against Inter
Enzo Maresca names a strong starting XI for his first game as Manchester City manager, with Phil Foden captaining the side against Inter Milan in Hong Kong.
1 August 2026 Enzo Maresca announcement expected before end of June as compensation dispute resolved
Manchester City expect to confirm Enzo Maresca as manager before July after resolving a compensation dispute with Chelsea, with pre-season plans already in place.
22 June 2026