Enzo Maresca
Enzo Maresca is a former football manager and player.
Notable Quotes
"If you suspend seven, eight games, that means that probably is not the right place to do this competition."View Story →
"I think every manager wants to have Rodri because he is a top player."View Story →
"Rodri needs a holiday, he needs to rest and recover and then he will be back with us."View Story →
"I have a good relationship with him [Grealish] and since I left we've been keeping in touch."View Story →
"Phil is very important, like the rest. Knowing Phil from years ago, I know how good he is."View Story →
"Mateo is our player, until the day he is here I will try all my best."View Story →
"After 10 games, if we have got 10 points, 20 points, 30 points. People will be comparing it to Pep after 10 games, it doesn't put pressure on me."View Story →
"Someone asked me if it's the impossible job to follow him - maybe, but at the same time it's a privilege."View Story →
"It is because of the quality of the players, the quality of the managers, the organisation of the Premier League."View Story →
"I don't think we're going to do something today."View Story →
"Overall, Jack was good."View Story →
"How do we solve that problem? We try to find the new Rodri, it is what it is."View Story →
"I think it's a feeling for most of the clubs, not all of the clubs because some clubs probably prefer to do the business at the beginning or at the end of the previous season."View Story →
"He is here and it is my duty to coach Jack and to try to get the best."View Story →
"He made an impact the other day. In terms of quality, he is a different player to the rest because he can give us moments when we struggle in the last third."View Story →
"Absolutely, yeah."View Story →
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Cherki v Maresca could be one of stories of the season
Rayan Cherki saved Enzo Maresca from a losing start as Manchester City manager - but will he get the game time he wants?
August 27, 2026'Mini-Rodri' Gonzalez shown he will be loved at Newcastle
Nico Gonzalez is given a rapturous welcome before Newcastle's Carabao Cup win against West Brom following the £52m midfielder's arrival from Manchester City.
August 26, 2026Man City to make offer for £120m-rated Fernandez
Manchester City are set to make an opening offer for priority midfield target Enzo Fernandez.
August 26, 2026Grealish back for Man City - but for how long?
Man City winger has made two substitute appearances so far this season, but his future remains in doubt.
August 25, 2026'Up front next week?' Maresca's Guehi gamble pays off
Rather than playing safe in selecting his Manchester City side for the first time in the Premier League, Enzo Maresca made a bold choice in midfield. Ultimately, it paid off.
August 23, 2026Maresca's Manchester City reign begins with dramatic comeback against Bournemouth
Two managers in charge of new clubs face off with Manchester City under Enzo Maresca and Bournemouth under Marco Rose, as the hosts stage a late comeback to kick the new Premier League season off in dramatic fashion.
August 23, 2026Man City will 'try to find the new Rodri' - Maresca
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.
August 22, 2026How will your club fare? Phil McNulty's Premier League predictions
How will your club fare in the 2026-27 Premier League? BBC chief football writer Phil McNulty makes his annual predictions.
August 19, 2026Why Fernandez uncertainty has echoes of Isak saga
Enzo Fernandez's possible Manchester City move is following the pattern of Alexander Isak's transfer last summer - and creating headaches for Chelsea.
August 18, 2026Shop window or new chance - what next for Grealish?
Jack Grealish made an unexpected return to the Manchester City team on Sunday - so what could his future hold?
August 16, 2026A pivotal day for Chelsea, Man City and Fernandez - what's going on?
Chelsea's deadline to Manchester City for an Enzo Fernandez bid is 17:00 BST on Friday - will the deal happen?
August 14, 2026How Maresca's Man City are shaping up compared with Guardiola side
Enzo Maresca has the difficult task of following Pep Guardiola at Manchester City. BBC Sport analyses the new manager's style and tactics from the pre-season games so far.
August 14, 2026Chelsea set Friday deadline over £120m Fernandez
Chelsea set a Friday deadline for offers of £120m for clubs interested in midfielder Enzo Fernandez.
August 12, 2026Following Guardiola may be impossible job - Maresca
New Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca talks about replacing Pep Guardiola, his interest in AI and his captaincy dilemma.
August 11, 2026Record number of new managers for season like no other
The 2026-27 Premier League season has not yet kicked off, but it has already made history for its managerial changes.
August 4, 2026Man City count on me despite exit rumours - Kovacic
Manchester City's Mateo Kovacic says the club "count on me" despite the midfielder being linked with a move away this summer.
August 4, 2026Semenyo hails Maresca style of play as 'music to my ears'
Manchester City forward Antoine Semenyo hails new manager Enzo Maresca's style of play as "music to my ears" after showcasing early signs of his role under the Italian.
August 3, 2026New boss Maresca is perfect for Man City - Gvardiol
New manager Enzo Maresca is a "perfect one" for Manchester City, says defender Josko Gvardiol.
August 2, 2026Salah close to Trabzonspor move - Sunday's gossip
Mohamed Salah edging towards a move to Trabzonspor, Bayern Munich keen on Manchester United striker Benjamin Sesko and Man City boss Enzo Maresca wants to work with Chelsea winger Pedro Neto again.
August 1, 2026Foden aims to repay Man City faith in fresh start
Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden is aiming to "repay" the faith shown to him by the club as he looks forward to a "fresh start" under new boss Enzo Maresca.
August 1, 2026Four pointers to most open Premier League title race in years
Three of the Premier League's "big six" have new managers, the champions have a key injury issue and Tottenham and Chelsea are breaking transfer records - and that might mean a very open title race.
July 30, 2026Savinho open to leaving Man City amid Spurs interest
Manchester City winger Savinho is open to leaving the club and is keen to join Premier League rivals Tottenham.
July 29, 2026Rodri out for 'short period' after back surgery
Manchester City midfielder Rodri will be sidelined for a "short period of rehabilitation" following back surgery on Monday.
July 28, 2026How do Manchester City manage the Rodri dilemma?
BBC Sport looks at what City's new-look midfield could be like and whether it is time to cash in on Rodri.
July 25, 2026Foden signs new four-year Man City contract
Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden signs a new four-year contract with the club, extending his stay until 2030.
July 22, 2026How good is Monga and what role could he play at Man City?
Manchester City appear to have struck an early blow on Arsenal by agreeing a deal to sign teenage starlet Jeremy Monga from Leicester City.
July 10, 2026Chelsea announce £40m Quenda signing
Chelsea announce the signing of Sporting winger Geovany Quenda in a deal worth £40m.
July 8, 2026Defender Gusto considering Chelsea future
Chelsea defender Malo Gusto is exploring his options to leave this summer, with the club placing a £75m price tag on him.
June 24, 2026Man City close in on appointing Maresca as manager
Manchester City are closing in on the appointment of Enzo Maresca to succeed Pep Guardiola as manager.
June 22, 2026Is England v Costa Rica storm delay a sign of things to come?
After England's game against Costa Rica was delayed by extreme weather, was that just a sign of things to come in the World Cup?
June 10, 2026