Chelsea FC has confirmed that Enzo Maresca will pay them compensation after his departure to Manchester City. The Italian manager, 46, has signed a three-year deal at City and succeeds Pep Guardiola.

What happened?

Maresca's appointment was held up by talks between Chelsea and City over a compensation package, featuring an undisclosed fee for the Italian. One source has told BBC Sport that Manchester City are paying Chelsea about £17m.

Why it matters for Chelsea FC

The compensation package is separate to the one the Blues say they have agreed with Maresca. Chelsea's statement at the time suggested the decision was mutual, and that both Maresca and the board were in agreement that "a change gives the team the best chance of getting the season back on track".

Current context

As of 30 Jun 2026, Chelsea FC is 10th in Premier League, with 52 points from 38 games, and a recent form of LWDLL. They have scored 58 goals and conceded 52, with a goal difference of +6. The title race sees them 33 points behind leaders Arsenal.

CategoryValue
League standing10th
Points52
Recent formLWDLL
Goals scored58
Goals conceded52
Goal difference+6
Points behind leaders33