🔗 Share this article Chelsea Manager Maresca Dismisses Man City Speculation as Pure Gossip Enzo Maresca previously worked as an coach to Pep Guardiola with Manchester City. Chelsea gaffer Enzo Maresca has branded recent reports connecting him with a move to Manchester City as "100% speculation". The 45-year-old, who previously worked as Pep Guardiola's assistant at the Etihad, responded to the ongoing rumours about his future. Maresca, named Chelsea manager in the summer of 2024, is under contract that runs through the end of the decade, with a possible extension available. "It doesn't affect me at all because I know that is completely unfounded," Maresca said. "And at this moment, there is little room for these kind of things." He went on to explain, Primarily, because I have a contract here until 2029. And my attention, I said many times, is solely on this club and I'm very proud to be here. But again, it's speculation. One week ago I was linked with a role in Italy with Juventus. So I don't pay attention because I know that is not true." Chelsea, currently sitting in fourth position in the top flight, are scheduled to face Newcastle United on Saturday in a lunchtime kick-off. Strain Following Recent Remarks Maresca's latest comments follow in the wake of he referred to a previous two-day spell as his "worst" since arriving at Chelsea. Those original words had fueled considerable talk of a potential rift between the coach and the club's ownership hierarchy. When asked if he had since spoken with the Chelsea's leadership, Maresca responded, "We are in the same building, so we speak about different things. But about the post-Everton press conference, no." The manager however affirmed he would definitely stay at the club for the coming campaign and urged supporters to keep backing the team". In brighter news, Maresca revealed that injured forwards Liam Delap and Estevao Willian could return sooner than expected, possibly in contention for a fixture against Aston Villa later this month. Perspective: Unresolved Tension The perceived disconnect between Maresca and the club's hierarchy remains as an open wound that still create unease. While there has been no further escalation of the matter publicly, there has also been no resolution forthcoming, leaving the disagreement unaddressed. The atmosphere during the manager's media briefings has grown notably strained, leading to concerns it could undermine what has otherwise been a decent beginning to the season. Chelsea's sporting situation is positive: they are in the top four in the league, have qualified for the Carabao Cup semi-finals, and can achieve a better Champions League draw with good performances in their remaining matches. The lingering question is whether this behind-the-scenes dynamic might begin to disrupt a team that was beginning to appear cohesive.
Enzo Maresca previously worked as an coach to Pep Guardiola with Manchester City. Chelsea gaffer Enzo Maresca has branded recent reports connecting him with a move to Manchester City as "100% speculation". The 45-year-old, who previously worked as Pep Guardiola's assistant at the Etihad, responded to the ongoing rumours about his future. Maresca, named Chelsea manager in the summer of 2024, is under contract that runs through the end of the decade, with a possible extension available. "It doesn't affect me at all because I know that is completely unfounded," Maresca said. "And at this moment, there is little room for these kind of things." He went on to explain, Primarily, because I have a contract here until 2029. And my attention, I said many times, is solely on this club and I'm very proud to be here. But again, it's speculation. One week ago I was linked with a role in Italy with Juventus. So I don't pay attention because I know that is not true." Chelsea, currently sitting in fourth position in the top flight, are scheduled to face Newcastle United on Saturday in a lunchtime kick-off. Strain Following Recent Remarks Maresca's latest comments follow in the wake of he referred to a previous two-day spell as his "worst" since arriving at Chelsea. Those original words had fueled considerable talk of a potential rift between the coach and the club's ownership hierarchy. When asked if he had since spoken with the Chelsea's leadership, Maresca responded, "We are in the same building, so we speak about different things. But about the post-Everton press conference, no." The manager however affirmed he would definitely stay at the club for the coming campaign and urged supporters to keep backing the team". In brighter news, Maresca revealed that injured forwards Liam Delap and Estevao Willian could return sooner than expected, possibly in contention for a fixture against Aston Villa later this month. Perspective: Unresolved Tension The perceived disconnect between Maresca and the club's hierarchy remains as an open wound that still create unease. While there has been no further escalation of the matter publicly, there has also been no resolution forthcoming, leaving the disagreement unaddressed. The atmosphere during the manager's media briefings has grown notably strained, leading to concerns it could undermine what has otherwise been a decent beginning to the season. Chelsea's sporting situation is positive: they are in the top four in the league, have qualified for the Carabao Cup semi-finals, and can achieve a better Champions League draw with good performances in their remaining matches. The lingering question is whether this behind-the-scenes dynamic might begin to disrupt a team that was beginning to appear cohesive.