Manchester City nearing manager appointment amid transfer activity
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 10:46 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Manchester City are close to appointing Enzo Maresca as their new manager on a three-year deal after agreeing on compensation with Chelsea. Players not participating in World Cup matches are expected back for pre-season in mid-July. City has had two transfer bids rejected for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson and plans to make another offer. Maresca's arrival could influence the club's transfer strategy and player retention as they prepare for the upcoming season.
- •Enzo Maresca set to become Manchester City's new manager.
- •City aims to strengthen squad with Anderson from Nottingham Forest.
- •Pre-season training starts in mid-July for non-World Cup players.
- •Club expected to make a third bid for Anderson.
- •Maresca's appointment may shift player perspectives on future at the club.
- 10:46 AMYahoo Sports — Man City still offer 'compelling sales pitch'
"Manchester City are closing in on the appointment of former Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca as manager on a three-year deal after reaching an agreement on compensation with their Premier League rivals. City players who are not involved in World Cup action are expected to return for pre-season in mid-July. Transfer business has continued in the background though and City have already had two bids rejected for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson.
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