🔗 Share this article Chelsea Boss Maresca Dismisses Manchester City Links as Pure Rumour Enzo Maresca previously worked as an coach to Pep Guardiola at Manchester City. Chelsea gaffer Enzo Maresca has labelled recent reports linking him with a return to Manchester City as nothing but hearsay. The Italian manager, who previously worked as Pep Guardiola's right-hand man at the Etihad, responded to the ongoing rumours surrounding his next move. Maresca, named Chelsea boss in the summer of 2024, has a contract that runs until 2029, with a possible extra year available. "It doesn't bother me at all because I know that is completely unfounded," Maresca stated. "And at this moment, there is little room for these kind of things." He further elaborated, "First of all, because I have a contract here until 2029. And my attention, I have stated many times, is just about this club and I'm very proud to be here. But again, it's rumour. One week ago I was connected to Juventus in Italy. So I don't pay attention because I know that is without foundation." Chelsea, currently sitting in fourth position in the top flight, are scheduled to face Newcastle United this Saturday in a 12:30 GMT kick-off. Strain After Recent Comments Maresca's latest statement come after he described a recent 48-hour period as his "worst" since joining Chelsea. Those initial words had fueled widespread talk of a potential disagreement between the coach and the club's key decision-makers. When pressed if he had since spoken with the club's leadership, Maresca responded, "We are in the same building, so we talk about various topics. But about the Everton media session, no." The manager however affirmed he would definitely stay at the club next season and urged the fans to keep backing the team". In more positive news, Maresca indicated that injured attackers Liam Delap and Estevao Willian could be back sooner than expected, potentially available for a match against Aston Villa on 27 December. Perspective: Unresolved Tension The perceived disconnect between Maresca and the Chelsea board remains as an open wound that still create unease. While there has been no deepening of the situation publicly, there has equally been no apology forthcoming, creating the disagreement unaddressed. The atmosphere during the manager's press conferences has grown notably awkward, leading to concerns it could impact what has otherwise been a promising start to the campaign. Chelsea's sporting situation is positive: they are fourth in the league, have reached the Carabao Cup semi-finals, and can achieve a favourable Champions League draw with good results in their final matches. The lingering uncertainty is whether this behind-the-scenes dynamic might eventually affect a squad that was beginning to look cohesive.
Enzo Maresca previously worked as an coach to Pep Guardiola at Manchester City. Chelsea gaffer Enzo Maresca has labelled recent reports linking him with a return to Manchester City as nothing but hearsay. The Italian manager, who previously worked as Pep Guardiola's right-hand man at the Etihad, responded to the ongoing rumours surrounding his next move. Maresca, named Chelsea boss in the summer of 2024, has a contract that runs until 2029, with a possible extra year available. "It doesn't bother me at all because I know that is completely unfounded," Maresca stated. "And at this moment, there is little room for these kind of things." He further elaborated, "First of all, because I have a contract here until 2029. And my attention, I have stated many times, is just about this club and I'm very proud to be here. But again, it's rumour. One week ago I was connected to Juventus in Italy. So I don't pay attention because I know that is without foundation." Chelsea, currently sitting in fourth position in the top flight, are scheduled to face Newcastle United this Saturday in a 12:30 GMT kick-off. Strain After Recent Comments Maresca's latest statement come after he described a recent 48-hour period as his "worst" since joining Chelsea. Those initial words had fueled widespread talk of a potential disagreement between the coach and the club's key decision-makers. When pressed if he had since spoken with the club's leadership, Maresca responded, "We are in the same building, so we talk about various topics. But about the Everton media session, no." The manager however affirmed he would definitely stay at the club next season and urged the fans to keep backing the team". In more positive news, Maresca indicated that injured attackers Liam Delap and Estevao Willian could be back sooner than expected, potentially available for a match against Aston Villa on 27 December. Perspective: Unresolved Tension The perceived disconnect between Maresca and the Chelsea board remains as an open wound that still create unease. While there has been no deepening of the situation publicly, there has equally been no apology forthcoming, creating the disagreement unaddressed. The atmosphere during the manager's press conferences has grown notably awkward, leading to concerns it could impact what has otherwise been a promising start to the campaign. Chelsea's sporting situation is positive: they are fourth in the league, have reached the Carabao Cup semi-finals, and can achieve a favourable Champions League draw with good results in their final matches. The lingering uncertainty is whether this behind-the-scenes dynamic might eventually affect a squad that was beginning to look cohesive.