Maresca to replace Guardiola? Man City see him as the perfect replacement in the summer

Maresca to replace Guardiola? Man City see him as the perfect replacement in the summer

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca is being tipped to replace Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola.

Maresca, who took charge of Chelsea in the summer of 2024, is under contract at Stamford Bridge until June 2029, with the club including an option for a further year.0

Guardiola, meanwhile, is currently contracted until the summer of 2027 and has hinted that he will soon take a break from football after a long career on the touchline.0

“After my contract with City, I’m going to stop,” the Catalan said. “I am sure. I don’t know if I’m going to retire, but I’m going to take a break.”0

Journalist David Ornstein has now reported that City see Maresca as the perfect replacement for Guardiola in what could be a stunning summer appointment.0

“EXCL: Enzo Maresca high among candidates Manchester City considering in case Pep Guardiola exits next summer.

"#MCFC advancing contingency work for possibility of manager change - 45yo #CFC coach prominent alongside other potential options.”0

Maresca switched representatives to the so-called Jorge Mendes in the Autumn, an infamous agent who represents some of the biggest players on the planet. 0

The Italian lifted the UEFA Conference League and the FIFA Club World Cup last season and he sees his side sat fourth in the Premier League so far this campaign. City will be keeping a close eye on his progress as Blues boss as they seek to draw him away.0