Overview
- The two clubs have moved close to a financial settlement that would clear the way for Enzo Maresca to become Manchester City’s next manager.
- Reports on Saturday say the fee being negotiated is expected to exceed £10 million and is the main obstacle holding up Maresca’s appointment.
- City and Maresca have agreed terms in principle on a multi‑year contract and the remaining issue is the inter‑club payment and legal wording.
- Chelsea considered reporting City to the Premier League for an alleged illegal approach and weighing a personal claim against Maresca but are said to be stepping back while talks continue.
- A negotiated settlement would let City start pre‑season work and transfer planning under Maresca and underscores a trend of top managers being treated as tradable assets in English football.