🔗 Share this article Chelsea Boss Maresca Dismisses Man City Speculation as '100%' Gossip Enzo Maresca was once an assistant to Pep Guardiola at Manchester City. Chelsea gaffer Enzo Maresca has labelled recent talk linking him with a move to Manchester City as nothing but hearsay. The Italian manager, who previously worked as Pep Guardiola's assistant at the Etihad, responded to the persistent rumours surrounding his future. Maresca, appointed Chelsea boss in the summer of 2024, has a contract that runs through the end of the decade, with a possible extra year available. "It doesn't affect me at all because I know that is completely unfounded," Maresca said. "And at this moment, there is no time for these kind of things." He went on to explain, "First of all, because I have a contract here until 2029. And my attention, I said many times, is just about this club and I'm honoured to be here. But again, it's rumour. One week ago I was connected to a role in Italy with Juventus. So I ignore it because I know that is not true." Chelsea, presently placed in fourth position in the top flight, are set to face Newcastle United on Saturday in a lunchtime kick-off. Strain Following Previous Remarks Maresca's most recent statement follow after he described a previous two-day spell as his most difficult since arriving at Chelsea. Those initial remarks had fueled considerable talk of a possible rift between the coach and the club's ownership hierarchy. When asked if he had since spoken with the club's sporting directors, Maresca replied, "We are in the same building, so we speak about various topics. But about the post-Everton press conference, no." The Italian did confirm he would definitely remain at the club for the coming campaign and urged the fans to keep backing the team". In brighter news, Maresca revealed that injured attackers Liam Delap and Estevao Willian could return sooner than expected, potentially in contention for a fixture against Aston Villa on 27 December. Perspective: Unresolved Tension The perceived strain between Maresca and the club's hierarchy persists as an unhealed issue that continues to cause concern. While there has been no deepening of the situation publicly, there has also been no resolution forthcoming, leaving the matter unaddressed. The atmosphere during the manager's press conferences has become increasingly strained, leading to concerns it could undermine what has up to now been a promising start to the season. Chelsea's on-field position is strong: they are fourth in the Premier League, have reached the League Cup last four, and can achieve a favourable Champions League draw with strong results in their remaining matches. The prevailing uncertainty is whether this off-field dynamic might eventually disrupt a team that was just starting to look cohesive.
Enzo Maresca was once an assistant to Pep Guardiola at Manchester City. Chelsea gaffer Enzo Maresca has labelled recent talk linking him with a move to Manchester City as nothing but hearsay. The Italian manager, who previously worked as Pep Guardiola's assistant at the Etihad, responded to the persistent rumours surrounding his future. Maresca, appointed Chelsea boss in the summer of 2024, has a contract that runs through the end of the decade, with a possible extra year available. "It doesn't affect me at all because I know that is completely unfounded," Maresca said. "And at this moment, there is no time for these kind of things." He went on to explain, "First of all, because I have a contract here until 2029. And my attention, I said many times, is just about this club and I'm honoured to be here. But again, it's rumour. One week ago I was connected to a role in Italy with Juventus. So I ignore it because I know that is not true." Chelsea, presently placed in fourth position in the top flight, are set to face Newcastle United on Saturday in a lunchtime kick-off. Strain Following Previous Remarks Maresca's most recent statement follow after he described a previous two-day spell as his most difficult since arriving at Chelsea. Those initial remarks had fueled considerable talk of a possible rift between the coach and the club's ownership hierarchy. When asked if he had since spoken with the club's sporting directors, Maresca replied, "We are in the same building, so we speak about various topics. But about the post-Everton press conference, no." The Italian did confirm he would definitely remain at the club for the coming campaign and urged the fans to keep backing the team". In brighter news, Maresca revealed that injured attackers Liam Delap and Estevao Willian could return sooner than expected, potentially in contention for a fixture against Aston Villa on 27 December. Perspective: Unresolved Tension The perceived strain between Maresca and the club's hierarchy persists as an unhealed issue that continues to cause concern. While there has been no deepening of the situation publicly, there has also been no resolution forthcoming, leaving the matter unaddressed. The atmosphere during the manager's press conferences has become increasingly strained, leading to concerns it could undermine what has up to now been a promising start to the season. Chelsea's on-field position is strong: they are fourth in the Premier League, have reached the League Cup last four, and can achieve a favourable Champions League draw with strong results in their remaining matches. The prevailing uncertainty is whether this off-field dynamic might eventually disrupt a team that was just starting to look cohesive.