Manchester City have announced the appointment of Enzo Maresca as the successor of Pep Guardiola.
The former Chelsea boss returns to the Citizens after previously working in the technical team of Guardiola.
The Spaniard left City at the end of last season, after a trophy-laden spell that saw him collect 19 pieces of silverware, including six Premier League titles and one UEFA Champions League.
“Manchester City are delighted to confirm the appointment of Enzo Maresca as manager. The Italian has signed a three-year contract until summer 2029,” the club stated.
Meanwhile Maresca himself expressed his excitement about his return to the Etihad Stadium: “Manchester City is a club I know very well and to have the chance to manage this team is a brilliant opportunity for me.
“City is an incredibly well-run football club. Everything they do is innovative, planned and purposeful. For a manager, that is a dream situation. It provides the consistency I need to do my job effectively.
“This will be my third spell here. I know this Club, I know the demands and I know the expectations.
“The quality of the people who work here is what makes it so special, and I want to thank them for showing faith in my ability.
“I cannot wait to start coaching the players. I want us to win, play good football and enjoy the pressure of representing Manchester City.”
