Enzo Maresca believes Erling Haaland has become “complete” as his priorities have changed after the birth of the Manchester City No 9’s son two years ago. Haaland has again started the campaign in prolific form, scoring three goals in City’s opening three Premier League victories. In three of the 26‑year‑old’s four previous seasons at City … Read more
Enzo Maresca has said Manchester City are aiming to add “one or two captains” before the transfer window closes on Tuesday night. This summer, City’s squad has lost the leadership and experience of Bernardo Silva, Rodri, John Stones and Nathan Aké. Maresca has nominated Rúben Dias and Erling Haaland as captains, but wants to add … Read more
Manchester City will “try to find the new Rodri” after the Spain captain left the club earlier this week to join La Liga champions Barcelona, says manager Enzo Maresca. Rodri became one of the best midfielders in the world during his seven seasons at the Etihad Stadium, winning the 2024 Ballon d’Or award as well … Read more
Enzo Maresca has brushed off the loss of Rodri to Barcelona for £65m by stating Manchester City will search for the “new Rodri” in the same way Sergio Agüero was replaced by Erling Haaland. Rodri’s departure is a sizable blow to the club’s new manager as he embarks on a first season in charge. Yet … Read more
Arsenal took the lead after just 23 seconds, doubled their advantage thanks to some static City defending in the 23rd minute, and then added a third three minutes into the second half. Former Arsenal defender Martin Keown told TNT Sports at the end of the game: “The gap was really quite stunning. “Arsenal really let … Read more
“Welcome home,” was Khaldoon al-Mubarak’s warm greeting to Enzo Maresca on his appointment last month as Manchester City manager. Now, after two previous spells at the club, the Italian’s task is to keep the chair content, and ensure a three-year contract does not end early. To achieve that, Maresca’s tenure must continue Pep Guardiola’s glittering … Read more
Relaxed and tanned, Enzo Maresca offered a warm note with his first words to the media as the manager of Manchester City, who must somehow follow the generational Pep Guardiola. “Before we start, I would like to send a message and a big hug to Kevin Keegan’s family for this moment,” said the Italian in … Read more
Enzo Maresca said following Pep Guardiola as Manchester City manager is a “privilege” but admitted he is aware how the successors to Sir Alex Ferguson and Arsène Wenger struggled at Manchester United and Arsenal. Maresca took over at City last month and, at his first press conference in the role, said he understands the challenge … Read more