Enzo Maresca’s exit from Stamford Bridge was not driven by a pre-existing deal with Manchester City

 Enzo Maresca’s exit from Stamford Bridge was not driven by a pre-existing deal with Manchester City. The Italian manager was only approached by Man City in March, three months after his departure from Chelsea, firmly dismissing claims that he left his previous job because he had already accepted another.

Recent football reports clarify the timeline regarding Enzo Maresca and his departure from Stamford Bridge. Contrary to some speculation, Maresca did not leave the Chelsea job because he had already agreed to take over at Manchester City. Official timelines show he did not receive an offer from Man City until around March—a full three months after his exit from Chelsea.