Chelsea have confirmed the appointment of Enzo Maresca as their new head coach on a five-year contract.
The Italian, who was previously part of Pep Guardiola’s backroom staff when Manchester City won a treble in the 2022-23 campaign, will start work at Stamford Bridge on July 1 and will remain at the club until 2029, with the Blues holding an option to extend by a further year.
Maresca leaves Leicester City after just one season in charge, during which he guided the Midlands club to the Championship title with 97 points.
ESPN reports that Maresca has been on holiday in Marbella, Spain, where a Chelsea delegation flew out to conduct negotiations.
“To join Chelsea, one of the biggest clubs in the world, is a dream for any coach,” Maresca said. “It is why I am so excited by this opportunity.
“I look forward to working with a very talented group of players and staff to develop a team that continues the club’s tradition of success and makes our fans proud.”
Maresca succeeds Mauricio Pochettino, who parted company with the club last month despite having a year remaining on his contract.
