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After just a few weeks away from the sport, Enzo Maresca has given his thoughts over a possible move to Serie A.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
Enzo Maresca has opened the door to a managerial role in Serie A and gave his thoughts over Italy\u2019s chances at the 2026 World Cup.<\/strong><\/p>\n The former Chelsea manager has been out of work since New Year\u2019s Day, after being relieved of his duties at Stamford Bridge over a reported fall-out with the club\u2019s hierarchy.<\/p>\n Maresca took charge of 92 matches during his time in the English capital, winning the Europa Conference League and FIFA Club World Cup last season.<\/p>\n The Italian also won the Premier League as Pep Guardiola\u2019s assistant with Manchester City in 2022\/23, before lifting the EFL Championship with Leicester during his first season as a head coach in England.<\/p>\n Despite this success in England, there have been calls for Maresca to consider jobs across Europe and the 45-year-old attended the Panchina d\u2019Oro Award ceremony in Covercian \u2013 where he gave his thoughts over managing in Serie A.<\/p>\n Maresca said: \u201cI\u2019m doing well abroad, but we\u2019ll see. What matters is not what you\u2019ve done, but your willingness.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n Despite his nationality, Maresca has never managed in Serie A, but the former Chelsea boss did take charge of 13 Serie B matches during his time with Parma.<\/p>\n Serie A has seen multiple managerial departures this season, with Alberto Gilardino being the latest after parting ways with Pisa on February 1st.<\/p>\n Maresca will not be looking to manage a relegation-battling side in Italy, but could spark an interest if an opening near the top of Serie A becomes available.<\/p>\n The 45-year-old has also been linked with the Italian national team, as Gennaro Gattuso could be made surplus to requirements if the Azzurri fail to reach the 2026 World Cup.<\/p>\n Maresca has never managed at an international level, but the uncertainty surrounding Gattuso could bring the former Leicester City boss into contention.<\/p>\n Italy will face Northern Ireland on March 26th and a win will see Gattuso\u2019s side face either Wales or Bosnia and Herzegovina in a final played away from home.<\/p>\n Gattuso has been struck with multiple injury concerns ahead of the clash against Northern Ireland, as Giovanni Di Lorenzo faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines.<\/p>\n Despite these issues, Gattuso is expected to guide the Azzurri into the tournament and failure to do so will bring an end to the Italian\u2019s time in charge.<\/p>\n Maresca has provided his thoughts over the current Italian national team and believes the world will make fun of the Azzurri if they do not qualify this year.<\/p>\n Maresca said: \u201cI hope they make it to the World Cup, and I\u2019m optimistic. I\u2019m cheering for them also because, otherwise, they\u2019ll make fun of us even more abroad.<\/em><\/p>\nEnzo Maresca Opens Door To Serie A Job<\/h2>\n
Italy Must Qualify For 2026 World Cup<\/h2>\n