From the Guardian · · 1m
Maresca Stays Firm as City Faces Financial Rules
Maresca insists trust in City’s leadership despite financial breaches.
In brief
Maresca insists trust in City’s leadership despite financial breaches. Maresca maintains almost total control after Manchester City’s Premier League financial breach ruling. Originally reported by the Guardian.
Maresca’s 16-minute media conference

Maresca’s media conference lasted 16 minutes with 45 attendees, a threefold increase from usual.
Maresca trusts City’s leadership

Maresca stated he completely trusts the club’s owner, CEO, and sport director in this moment.
“I understand the reason why most of you are here but the only thing I can say is what I said already. The reason why I joined this club is because I completely trust 100% the owner, the CEO, the sport director, and all the organisation.”
Maresca clarifies trust timeline

Maresca corrected his earlier statement to emphasize trust in the club’s leadership for the future.
“Sorry, that was the wrong answer. I completely trust the club in this moment, in the future, always.”
Maresca follows owners’ line

Maresca maintained strict alignment with City’s owners, Khaldoon al-Mubarak and Ferran Soriano.
“Maresca refuses to confirm he will stay at Manchester City if club lose appeal”
Maresca addresses Haaland’s wellbeing

Maresca reported Haaland recovered after a short break in Marbella and is ready for Anfield.
“He’s good. He went to Marbella, two or three days off, played golf, recovered and prepared for Anfield.”
Maresca prepares for Anfield clash

Maresca expects a febrile Anfield atmosphere but remains confident in his team’s ability to win.
“We need to be ready... It will be our duty to try to do our best and win the game.”
What it means
Maresca maintains almost total control after Manchester City’s Premier League financial breach ruling.




