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Enzo Maresca

Enzo Maresca is an Italian former professional footballer and football manager, born in 1980 in Pontecagnano Faiano, Italy.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Enzo Maresca is an Italian former professional footballer and football manager, born in 1980 in Pontecagnano Faiano, Italy. He played as a midfielder for clubs including West Bromwich Albion, Juventus and Sevilla, and later moved into coaching. As of 2026, he is the manager of Chelsea.

Early life and playing career

Maresca was born in Pontecagnano Faiano, Italy, in 1980 and developed as a midfielder. His senior professional career began with English club West Bromwich Albion in 1998, before moving to Juventus in 2000 where he won Serie A in 2002.

Success with Sevilla

Maresca's most decorated spell as a player came at Sevilla. He won the UEFA Cup twice with the club, along with the UEFA Super Cup, the Copa del Rey, and the Supercopa de España.

Later career and retirement

After leaving Sevilla, Maresca played for Olympiacos, Málaga, Sampdoria, Palermo, and Hellas Verona. He ended his playing career in 2017.

Coaching career

Following his retirement as a player, Maresca moved into coaching. By 2026, he had become the manager of Chelsea.

Key facts

  • Began senior career with West Bromwich Albion in 1998.
  • Won Serie A with Juventus in 2002.
  • Had a successful spell with Sevilla, winning the UEFA Cup twice, UEFA Super Cup, Copa del Rey, and Supercopa de España.
  • Played for several clubs including Olympiacos, Málaga, Sampdoria, Palermo, and Hellas Verona before retiring in 2017.
  • As of 2026, he is the manager of Chelsea.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Enzo Maresca?
Enzo Maresca is an Italian former footballer and football manager, known for playing as a midfielder and later coaching clubs including Chelsea.
What position did Enzo Maresca play?
He played as a midfielder, mainly in central midfield.
Which clubs did Enzo Maresca play for?
His senior career included West Bromwich Albion, Juventus, Bologna, Piacenza, Fiorentina, Sevilla, Olympiacos, Málaga, Sampdoria, Palermo and Hellas Verona.
What trophies did Enzo Maresca win with Sevilla?
With Sevilla, he won the UEFA Cup twice, the UEFA Super Cup, the Copa del Rey and the Supercopa de España.
Did Enzo Maresca play for Italy's senior team?
No. He represented Italy at youth level, including under-21, but was never capped by the senior national team.
What is Enzo Maresca's role in 2026?
As of 2026, he is the manager of Chelsea.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enzo_Maresca
    Supports: Birth date, playing positions, club career, honours, youth international career, retirement
  2. Wikipedia (French) — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enzo_Maresca
    Supports: Playing position, career overview, Sevilla honours, retirement year
  3. Transfermarkt — https://www.transfermarkt.us/enzo-maresca/profil/trainer/53749
    Supports: Date/place of birth, citizenship, managerial profile, current club
  4. Manchester City — https://www.mancity.com/features/enzo-maresca/
    Supports: Coaching career overview and later transition from playing to coaching