Enzo Maresca joins Man City on three-year deal as compensation package agreed with Chelsea

Manchester City have officially appointed Enzo Maresca as their new manager.

The Italian has signed a three-year deal at the Etihad Stadium to replace Pep Guardiola.

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It follows Guardiola’s exit at the end of the season following ten years in charge.

Maresca, who resigned as Chelsea boss in January, returns to City after serving as the Spaniard’s assistant during the 2022/23 season.

The 46-year-old also spent time in charge of the club’s under-23s before beginning his senior managerial career with Parma.

His arrival comes after winning the Conference League and Club World Cup during 18 months as Chelsea boss.

It follows weeks of negotiations over a compensation package between City and Chelsea.

talkSPORT understands the final figure will be significantly above £10m.

What has Maresca said about becoming Man City’s new boss?

Expressing his delight when speaking to the club’s website, Maresca said: “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.”

More to follow.