Pep Lijnders leaves personal message for Enzo Maresca at Man City
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 8:00 PM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca received a personal message from former assistant Pep Lijnders upon returning to the club. The note, written on a whiteboard, expresses warm wishes for Maresca’s journey back to a familiar place. Lijnders highlighted the importance of Maresca's history with the club and offered encouragement with a quote encouraging creativity each day. This gesture reflects the continuity within Manchester City as Maresca transitions into his role following Pep Guardiola’s departure. The club aims to support Maresca as he begins reshaping the squad for future success.
- •Enzo Maresca appointed as Manchester City manager this week.
- •Pep Lijnders left a motivational note in Maresca's office.
- •Lijnders' message reflects Maresca's previous success with the club.
- •The gesture signifies a smooth transition in the coaching staff.
- •Maresca's role involves reshaping the squad alongside Hugo Viana.
- 8:00 PMYahoo Sports — Revealed: Pep Guardiola’s assistant leaves personal message for Enzo Maresca inside Man City offices
"Man City have released footage of a message left behind for new manager Enzo MarescaThe note was written on a whiteboard by former assistant coach Pep LijndersLijnders wished Maresca “an unbelievabl...
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