Enzo Maresca says he considers it a “privilege” to take over as manager of Manchester City following Pep Guardiola. Speaking at his first press conference as City manager, Maresca acknowledges the difficulty of succeeding a coach with a record of sustained success, and he describes the task as a challenge to make the right decisions immediately. The outlets report that Maresca is aware of the pressures faced by previous successors at major clubs, referencing examples from England’s top leagues where later managers had struggled after very successful predecessors. He also highlights Guardiola’s achievements during his decade in charge, which include 17 major trophies, and positions his appointment as both an opportunity and a demanding responsibility. Across the reports, the consistent message is that Maresca views the role as an honour, while also setting expectations that performance and adaptation will be required quickly as City begins a new managerial era.