Overview
- Enzo Maresca has told reporters he will not copy Pep Guardiola and will install his own style while keeping core possession principles that suit Manchester City.
- He described a close personal relationship with Guardiola from his time on staff but said Guardiola should enjoy a break and he will make his own decisions at the club.
- Maresca named Ruben Dias, Rodri and Erling Haaland as the current leadership group, warned more leaders are needed after departures, and said the club will decide how to fill that gap.
- The new boss confirmed Spain midfielder Rodri will have back surgery, will take a break to recover and is expected to return to City rather than leave immediately.
- Maresca downplayed the long-running Premier League financial case as a distraction, stressed the club’s stable organisation and noted recent transfer business including the reported Elliot Anderson signing.