Manchester city appoints enzo maresca as new manager, malo gusto transfer nears completion
Across the Atlantic, Malo Gusto is part of the France national team squad chasing a third world title during the 2026 World Cup. Meanwhile in England, his transfer from Chelsea to Manchester City is taking shape and appears confirmed since the official announcement of Enzo Maresca as head coach.
The long-awaited announcement for Manchester City supporters, who had been without a manager since Pep Guardiola left at the end of May, came this Monday, June 29. Enzo Maresca has become the new coach of the Skyblues. This is the first time the Citizens’ hierarchy has made such an announcement since 2016, when Pep Guardiola was appointed. The Italian tactician has signed a three-year contract with City.
Enzo Maresca officially named Manchester City manager
His mandate comes with the ambition to carry forward Pep Guardiola‘s legacy and extend the Spaniard’s remarkable trophy haul—20 titles in a decade. “Manchester City is a club I know extremely well, and having the opportunity to lead this team is a fantastic chance for me. City is an exceptionally well-run club. Everything is innovative, thoughtful, and executed with a clear purpose. For a manager, it’s the perfect environment. It gives me the stability I need to do my job under the best circumstances. I can’t wait to start coaching the players. I want us to win, play quality football, and enjoy the challenge of representing Manchester City.”
Malo Gusto’s move to City sealed?
This confirmation of Enzo Maresca‘s signing may well have sealed the end of Malo Gusto‘s stint at Chelsea, which began in 2023. After playing under the Italian at the Blues until January 1, 2026, the 23-year-old French international is reportedly set to reunite with him at Manchester City. On Sunday, it was revealed that both men share a desire to resume their partnership at the Etihad Stadium. Once the World Cup concludes—a tournament in which the right-back is participating with the France national team—Gusto is expected to swap the Chelsea jersey for that of Manchester City.
