Manchester City hires Enzo Maresca as manager to replace Pep Guardiola
Former Blues boss signs three-year City deal to succeed Pep Guardiola who stepped down in May.

Former Blues boss signs three-year City deal to succeed Pep Guardiola who stepped down in May.


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