Enzo Maresca free from Chelsea obligations as Manchester City await Pep Guardiola contract decision
Enzo Maresca is free to pursue a new managerial role this summer despite unresolved contractual obligations with Chelsea, who may seek compensation upon his appointment elsewhere. Manchester City are considering the Italian as a potential successor to Pep Guardiola, whose contract decision is still pending. Maresca's tenure at Chelsea ended in January 2026 after an 18-month stint marked by reported tensions with the club's ownership.
- ▪Enzo Maresca left his position as Chelsea manager in January 2026 following reported disagreements with the club's owners.
- ▪Maresca is eligible to take a new managerial job this summer, though Chelsea may require him to pay compensation upon re-employment.
- ▪Manchester City are interested in Maresca as a possible replacement for Pep Guardiola, whose future contract remains undecided.
- ▪Maresca signed a five-year contract with Chelsea in June 2024, starting July 2024, with an option to extend by one year.
- ▪The compensation amount and terms related to Maresca’s departure are subject to legal interpretation and negotiation between the parties.
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