Maresca expected to continue Guardiola's philosophy

Manchester City have finally landed their man. Over a month since Pep Guardiola announced he would be leaving as manager, Enzo Maresca has been appointed as the replacement on a three-year deal. Having identified their number-one target, the hierarchy at City has been relaxed about the situation at a point when the season has come to a close and players and staff are away. Senior City sources say they have no ill feeling towards Chelsea and that the now-resolved contractual dispute was between the Stamford Bridge club and Maresca. Insiders have spoken glowingly about the 46-year-old, a man they know well having worked in the academy then as assistant to Guardiola, and he will now be expected to continue the philosophy of the legendary Spaniard. Maresca was seemingly the only name in the frame once Guardiola announced his decision to leave Manchester City. The club's chief executive Ferran Soriano said: "Enzo was the standout candidate in our considerations. We know his personality and his vision for the way football should be played. He is a man with integrity, charisma and passion. "In addition to his successes at Chelsea and Leicester , his City track record speaks for itself. He managed our elite development team with distinction and was a key contributor to the historic Treble season. "We will ensure that he receives everything he needs to be successful here and we are all very much looking forward to seeing his positive impact on the next phase of the club's progress." What are you expecting from City under Maresca in the 2026-27 season? What do you think can be achieved and what constitutes success for the Italian? Get in touch with your views here