Enzo Maresca has made clear he has no intention of simply imitating Pep Guardiola as he takes charge at Manchester City, insisting he won't be a "copy and paste" coach, according to Sky Sports.
Speaking in his first press conference since replacing Guardiola, Maresca stressed the importance of stamping his own identity on the role rather than trying to replicate his predecessor's methods, despite the enormous shadow Guardiola leaves behind following his hugely successful spell at the Etihad.
The appointment marks a major shift for City, who now turn to Maresca to chart a fresh course after years of dominance under Guardiola. While specifics of his tactical plans weren't detailed, his comments signal a manager keen to be judged on his own terms from the outset.
It's a bold statement of intent from Maresca as he begins the challenge of following one of the most decorated managers in the club's history — one that will be closely watched as the new era at City takes shape.