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Manchester City explores new midfield strategies under Maresca

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 11:07 AM

Last updated Jul 27, 2026

Manchester City explores new midfield strategies under Maresca

Summary

Manchester City is focusing on midfield strategies under new coach Enzo Maresca, potentially featuring players like Rodri, Elliot Anderson, and Ayyoub Bouaddi. Maresca, known for his positional play approach, plans to implement a tactical setup resembling a 3-2-2-3 formation. This strategy could draw on Rodri's versatility, a key element during previous successful seasons, including the Treble-winning campaign. The club is actively monitoring young talent, seeking to integrate players effectively into their system.

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By the Numbers

•Maresca emphasizes positional play and tactical flexibility.
•Rodri's role could shift between defense and midfield.
•Anderson and Bouaddi are key midfield prospects.
•Maresca's system features various formations, including 3-2-2-3.
•City’s tactical innovations may enhance their competitive edge.

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What they're saying

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The plan seems clear for Rodri - look to retain one of the best players in world football rather than sell him. One of these will be the presence of Elliot Anderson, while Manchester City are monitoring 18-year-old Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, who impressed for Morocco in the World Cup. To understand how Rodri, Anderson and someone like Bouaddi might come together, it is key to understand Maresca's game model.
— Yahoo Sports

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