MANCHESTER (ENGLAND) (ITALPRESS) – “Surprised by the split between Maresca and Chelsea? In the world of football? It only confirms how lucky I am to be at this extraordinary club. The only thing I can say is that, from my point of view, Chelsea are losing an incredible coach and an incredible person.But it’s a decision made by Chelsea’s management, so I have nothing more to add.” Pep Guardiola had warm words for the former Blues coach, who grew within his own staff at Manchester City.
Maresca had also been linked with the Etihad bench as Guardiola’s potential successor. “I have no idea, but I’m sure you have more information than I do,” he replied. “Will I stay at City next season as well? I still have a contract, I’ve said it billions of times. I know you’re tired of me after 10 years—one day I’ll leave, I promise you. But I still have a contract and I’m happy. I want to fight with my team and the club respects me, as was shown last season. We didn’t win a match for three months and they supported me. I want to try to win; I have one year left on my contract and I’d like to stay here, so we’ll see. Do you want to get rid of me? Just know that my salary is very high,” the Citizens’ coach concluded with irony.
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