Manchester City defender Ruben Dias has spoken to BBC Sport's Kelly Somers about the changes at the club following Pep Guardiola's departure. Dias, who has been a key player for Manchester City under Guardiola, believes Maresca is the 'perfect person' for the job. The 25-year-old centre-back said: "Maresca is the perfect person for the job. He knows the club, he knows the players, and he knows the way we want to play." Dias' comments suggest that Maresca's appointment has been well-received by the players, and that he is confident in the new manager's ability to lead the team.
Maresca, who has been working as Guardiola's assistant at Manchester City since 2019, has been tasked with taking over the reins and guiding the team to success. Dias' endorsement of Maresca is a significant boost for the new manager, and suggests that he has the support of the players as he looks to make his mark at the club. The appointment of Maresca has been confirmed by Manchester City, and he is expected to take charge of the team for their next match, as reported by BBC Football.