Manchester City eye Malo Gusto as Enzo Maresca era begins
Manchester City are planning a major signing to welcome new manager Enzo Maresca, with France international Malo Gusto emerging as a top target. The Citizens are keen to strengthen their squad after Pep Guardiola’s departure, and Gusto’s previous link with Maresca at Chelsea could facilitate the move. Meanwhile, Chelsea are already scouting a replacement right-back.
Despite a contract that ran until June 30, 2027, Pep Guardiola bid farewell to Manchester City. After a decade at the helm of the Citizens, the Spanish tactician has stepped down. “I am so nervous. Why do you love me so much? Why are you doing this to me? I could never have imagined such an amount of love. It has been a huge honour to coach such a club. The players know I will continue to watch them! They know they have the great responsibility of maintaining these standards, and that is why they keep fighting again and again. This will always be my home here and if you see me, come say hello and give me a hug!” Guardiola said after his final match in charge of the English club.
Manchester City wants to bring Malo Gusto for Enzo Maresca
To fill the void left by Pep Guardiola, Manchester City’s board has decided to trust Enzo Maresca. With the summer transfer window now open, the Citizens are reportedly looking to spoil their new coach. Club executives are studying the possibility of signing Malo Gusto. The France international, currently playing at the 2026 World Cup, shares a strong connection with Enzo Maresca, who coached him at Chelsea from July 2024 until January 2026.
Malo Gusto has a solid link with Enzo Maresca
The Malo Gusto (23) case could move in Manchester City’s favour. Chelsea have already taken action to secure another right-back, targeting Marco Palestra (Cagliari, 21).
