Pep Guardiola and Enzo Maresca discuss Manchester City squad transition
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 4:05 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Outgoing manager Pep Guardiola has engaged in discussions with incoming manager Enzo Maresca regarding the Manchester City first-team squad. These talks are part of a planned transition strategy as the club prepares for an offseason of significant changes, including the departures of key players Bernardo Silva and John Stones. Maresca, who has signed a three-year contract, is collaborating closely with Director of Football Hugo Viana to ensure a smooth changeover. The communication between Guardiola and Maresca aims to maintain the tactical approach that brought City 20 trophies during Guardiola's tenure. Future actions will hinge on how Maresca integrates his new backroom staff ahead of pre-season in July.
- •Guardiola and Maresca have discussed squad personnel details.
- •Manchester City faces significant roster changes this summer.
- •Maresca is collaborating with Director of Football Hugo Viana.
- •The club prepared for Guardiola's departure ahead of time.
- •Pre-season duties begin in July for the incoming staff.
- 4:05 PMYahoo Sports — Enzo Maresca and Pep Guardiola make contact over Manchester City squad
"Outgoing managerial legend Pep Guardiola and the incoming Enzo Maresca have held private discussions centred around the first-team playing squad at Manchester City.Long-term transition strategies draw...
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