Enzo Maresca and Manchester City have come to a verbal agreement for the Italian to succeed Pep Guardiola as the club's manager. The 46-year-old, who served as Guardiola's assistant before managing Leicester in 2023, has been linked with City since his time at Chelsea. Maresca admitted to having discussions with the club three times even before his departure from Chelsea. This was one of the key reasons for his split with the "Blues" on January 1, 2026.

The Match Against Aston Villa Will Be Guardiola's Last

According to Fabrizio Romano, the agreement between Maresca and Manchester City is for an initial three-year contract, although the club envisions a long-term partnership. The media revealed late last night that the match against Aston Villa on Sunday will be Guardiola's last as Manchester City's manager. The club is organizing a farewell event for the Spanish tactician, who has led the "Citizens" for a decade, bringing numerous titles.

Manchester City has an important match tonight against Bournemouth. The "Citizens" must do everything possible to win and hope that Crystal Palace can stop Arsenal in the final round, securing the club's seventh title in the Guardiola era.

🚨🔵 BREAKING: Enzo Maresca has a total verbal agreement with Manchester City, HERE WE GO!

The Italian manager has always been considered the ideal candidate to replace Pep Guardiola.

Deal in place and Maresca will sign an initial three year deal at #MCFC. 🇮🇹

New era, soon. pic.twitter.com/njb3sXRl7w