By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS
Manchester City have confirmed the appointment of Enzo Maresca as their new manager.
The Italian has signed a three-year contract that will keep him at the club until the summer of 2029.
The appointment marks Maresca’s third spell at Manchester City. He returns to the Etihad Stadium with extensive experience at the highest level, having enjoyed success in both coaching and management.
“Manchester City is a club I know very well and to have the chance to manage this team is a brilliant opportunity for me,” Maresca told the club’s official website.
“City is an incredibly well-run football club. Everything they do is innovative, planned and purposeful. For a manager, that is a dream situation. It provides the consistency I need to do my job effectively.
“This will be my third spell here. I know this Club, I know the demands and I know the expectations.
“The quality of the people who work here is what makes it so special, and I want to thank them for showing faith in my ability.
“I cannot wait to start coaching the players. I want us to win, play good football and enjoy the pressure of representing Manchester City.”
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