Trending Now - Pep Lijnders Departs Man City as Enzo Maresca Takes Over
WHO:
Daily Mail Sports - Pep Lijnders revealed that he is leaving Manchester City and mentioned three demands made by Pep Guardiola after he joined the club.
Daily Mail Sports - Enzo Maresca will appoint his own backroom staff upon taking over at Manchester City.
Daily Mail Sports - Pep Lijnders, Kolo Toure, Lorenzo Buenaventura, Manel Estiarte, Xabi Mancisidor, Enzo Maresca, Pep Guardiola
Fox News - Enzo Maresca, Pep Guardiola
WHAT:
Fox News - Enzo Maresca has been identified as the only man who could replace Pep Guardiola, with City insiders comparing him to Mikel Arteta.
Daily Mail Sports - Maresca has been planning ahead for a fresh start since leaving Chelsea on New Year's Eve.
Fox News - Maresca has been identified as the primary target to succeed Guardiola after his departure.
Fox News - Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson has emerged as a primary target to reinforce Manchester City's midfield ranks.
Daily Mail Sports - Pep Lijnders and several staff members have left Manchester City.
Fox News - Enzo Maresca has finalized a three-year contract to succeed Pep Guardiola as Manchester City manager.
Fox News - Guardiola leaves Manchester City after securing 20 trophies over ten years, concluding his final campaign with a domestic cup double.
Fox News - Maresca will oversee the club's summer recruitment strategy following a runners-up finish in the 2025-26 season.
WHERE:
Daily Mail Sports - Etihad Stadium, Manchester City
Fox News - New York New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey (related to the 2026 FIFA World Cup)
WHEN:
Fox News - The 2026 FIFA World Cup will run from June 11–July 19, 2026.
Fox News - The opening match of the World Cup is on June 11, 2026.
WHY:
Fox News - The managerial change follows Guardiola's departure, aiming to bring stability to Manchester City.
HOW:
Fox News - Guardiola advised Maresca to "be yourself and the club will support you unconditionally" as he transitions into the managerial role.
Fox News - Maresca must navigate a demanding summer transfer window to refine specific tactical areas within his inherited squad.
Fox News - Maresca was identified as the primary target to succeed Guardiola after his departure.
(UPDATED May 27, 2026 01:38 UTC)
Pep Lijnders has announced that he is leaving Manchester City, revealing three demands made by Guardiola when he joined the club. Enzo Maresca has emerged as the frontrunner to replace Guardiola, with insiders drawing comparisons to Mikel Arteta, and he has been preparing for this new opportunity since departing Chelsea on New Year's Eve. Guardiola has encouraged Maresca to "be yourself and the club will support you unconditionally" as he steps into this pivotal role.
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(UPDATED May 26, 2026 23:22 UTC)
Enzo Maresca is set to appoint his own backroom staff when he takes over at Manchester City, as he has been identified as the primary target to succeed Guardiola following his departure. In addition, Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson has emerged as a key target to strengthen Manchester City's midfield. Maresca will need to navigate a challenging summer transfer window to refine specific tactical areas within his new squad.
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(UPDATED May 26, 2026 21:30 UTC)
In a significant shake-up at Manchester City, Pep Guardiola has left the club after an impressive decade that saw him secure 20 trophies, including a domestic cup double in his final season. Enzo Maresca has finalized a three-year contract to take over as manager, with plans to oversee the club's summer recruitment strategy following a runners-up finish in the 2025-26 season. Meanwhile, excitement builds for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will kick off with its opening match on June 11, 2026, at New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.