While Malo Gusto is currently focused on the 2026 World Cup with the France national team, his club future is taking a definitive turn. Following the official announcement of Enzo Maresca as the new head coach at Manchester City, the defender’s departure from Chelsea to join the reigning champions appears increasingly certain.
The long-awaited news for Manchester City supporters finally arrived this Monday, June 29. After Pep Guardiola concluded his tenure at the end of May, the club has officially named Enzo Maresca as his successor. This appointment marks the first time the Citizens have hired a new manager since Pep Guardiola took charge back in 2016. The Italian coach has signed a three-year deal to lead the club into its next era.
Enzo Maresca takes the reins at Manchester City
Maresca arrives with the ambitious goal of building upon the legacy left by Pep Guardiola, who secured an incredible 20 trophies during his decade-long stay. “Manchester City is a club I am intimately familiar with, and being granted the chance to lead this squad is a massive honor for me. The organization is exceptionally well-run, with every aspect being innovative and driven by a clear purpose. For any coach, this is a perfect setting. It provides the stability I need to perform at my best. I am eager to begin working with the players. My objective is for us to win, play high-quality football, and embrace the thrill of representing Manchester City.”
Is Malo Gusto’s move to City a done deal?
The arrival of Enzo Maresca at the Etihad Stadium seems to have signaled the end of Malo Gusto‘s time at Chelsea, which began in 2023. Having played under the Italian’s guidance at the London club until early 2026, the 23-year-old French international is now poised to reunite with him at Manchester City. Both the player and the coach share a strong desire to continue their professional relationship in Manchester. Once the World Cup concludes, where the right-back is currently representing France, Gusto is expected to officially trade his Chelsea blue for the sky blue of Manchester City.