Manchester City Reach Agreement with Enzo Maresca As Guardiola Succession Plan Emerges

Manchester City have reportedly reached an agreement in principle with Enzo Maresca to take over as the club’s next manager should Pep Guardiola choose to leave at the end of the season.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The development was disclosed by transfer journalist Nicolo Schira, who reported that Maresca has already agreed to personal terms on a deal running until 2028, with an option for a further year extension.

Posting on , Schira wrote: “It is now up to Guardiola to decide what to do as Maresca is waiting.”

Behind the scenes, Manchester City’s leadership is said to have been working quietly on a succession plan amid ongoing uncertainty over Guardiola’s long-term future. The Spaniard has just one year remaining on his current contract and has frequently been linked with a possible departure after nearly a decade at the helm.

Club officials reportedly see Maresca as a strong internal candidate due to his close ties with the club’s philosophy. The Italian previously worked under Guardiola and was part of City’s coaching setup before moving into senior management roles elsewhere. His understanding of the club’s structure and playing style is believed to have boosted his chances of becoming the preferred successor.

A potential transition would signal the end of one of the most dominant managerial periods in Premier League history. Since arriving at Manchester City, Guardiola has transformed the club into a consistent domestic powerhouse and a major force in European competition.

The 55-year-old recently addressed speculation about his future, stating that his focus remains firmly on the current season.