Enzo Maresca allowed by Chelsea to move to Man City in 2025
Enzo Maresca was given permission by Chelsea to move to Man City in October 2025, but on the condition that he completes the 2025β26 season at Chelsea. Both clubs released statements on the situation.
Enzo Maresca was given permission by Chelsea to negotiate with Manchester City in October 2025, but on the condition that he completes the 2025β26 season at Chelsea. This information has been given in a new report. The deadline has further clarified a matter that has already been the subject of official statements from both clubs, with Maresca confirmed as Pep Guardiola's successor at the Etihad Stadium on Monday. Man City confirmed that they had held confidential talks with Maresca "in the autumn and winter of 2025", when he was Chelsea head coach. Chelsea said in a statement that they had been informed of Maresca's potential opportunity to replace Guardiola at Man City in October 2025.