Manchester City's wait to confirm Enzo Maresca as Pep Guardiola's successor continues as talks between the club and his former side Chelsea over a compensation deal are ongoing. The process has taken longer than expected, but no hitches are anticipated, and details are being ironed out.
City hope to conclude the appointment quickly ahead of a busy summer, which includes potential transfers, a World Cup, and an Asia tour. Guardiola confirmed his exit in the final week of last season, and chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak has urged patience, stating that the club is confident in selecting the right manager.
Maresca left Chelsea in January after a falling-out with the hierarchy. He previously spent two years at City, including a season as Guardiola's assistant during the Treble-winning campaign, and later managed Leicester City before moving to Chelsea. He is highly regarded at the Etihad.
The resolution of the managerial appointment is seen as key to smoothing City's transfer plans, including a reported pursuit of Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson.
