Enzo Maresca selects four captains for Manchester City leadership group

Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has finalized his leadership group, naming Ruben Dias, Erling Haaland, Marc Guehi, and Gianluigi Donnarumma as the team captains. The selection follows the departures of Bernardo Silva and Rodri from the squad. Maresca noted that he chose Guehi and Donnarumma for their prior experience as captains with Crystal Palace and the Italy national team, respectively. Phil Foden was considered for the group but ultimately excluded, though Maresca clarified that he still views the midfielder as an informal leader. Foden has started both Premier League matches this season on the right wing, but Maresca stated his preference to eventually move the player back to his natural position in the middle of the pitch.

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