Manchester City to pay €20m for Enzo Maresca - where does he rank among the most expensive managers in football history?
Manchester City are poised to complete their first major signing of the summer, with Chelsea's Enzo Maresca set to become the club's new manager. Maresca will replace Pep Guardiola, who is leaving the club at the end of the month. According to reporter Gianluca Di Marzio, a verbal agreement has been reached between the two Premier League rivals, with Maresca signing a three-year contract.
The Italian head coach is still under contract at Stamford Bridge until 2029, despite being relieved of his duties in January. To secure his release, Manchester City have paid compensation to Chelsea, reportedly €20 million. This fee is among the highest ever paid for a head coach, making Maresca the third most expensive in history.
Only Graham Potter and Julian Nagelsmann have commanded higher fees, with Maresca's move surpassing José Mourinho's €16 million switch from Inter Milan to Real Madrid in 2010. The significant compensation package underscores Manchester City's desire to appoint Maresca as Guardiola's successor.
The Italian head coach is still under contract at Stamford Bridge until 2029, despite being relieved of his duties in January. To secure his release, Manchester City have paid compensation to Chelsea, reportedly €20 million. This fee is among the highest ever paid for a head coach, making Maresca the third most expensive in history.
Only Graham Potter and Julian Nagelsmann have commanded higher fees, with Maresca's move surpassing José Mourinho's €16 million switch from Inter Milan to Real Madrid in 2010. The significant compensation package underscores Manchester City's desire to appoint Maresca as Guardiola's successor.
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