Manchester City appoints Maresca to replace Guardiola next season

Manchester City has completed a deal for Enzo Maresca to become their new manager ahead of the 2026-27 season. The former Chelsea head coach will sign an initial three-year deal with the Cityzens to replace Pep Guardiola, who is expected to leave at the end of the current season. Guardiola has two matches remaining as City manager, starting with tonight's match against Bournemouth. The Spaniard has won multiple Premier League titles and Champions League trophies during his time at Manchester City.

This coaching change comes at a crucial time for Manchester City, who are battling for the Premier League title in the final weeks of the season. Arsenal currently leads the title race, and City's result against Bournemouth could affect the championship race.

Maresca has been widely considered the ideal candidate to take over from Guardiola after successful spells as an assistant and head coach in European football. The Italian manager will face immediate pressure to maintain City's dominance in English and European football.

How might this coaching change affect Manchester City's style of play and their chances of competing for trophies next season?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/05/19/epl-manchester-citys-deal-for-maresca-to-replace-guardiola-revealed/