In a stunning development that could reshape the summer managerial market, Sevilla have identified Leicester City's promotion mastermind Enzo Maresca as their primary target to lead the Spanish club's revival.
Spanish Giants Target Foxes Boss
The Andalusian club, who finished a disappointing 14th in La Liga last season, are prepared to trigger the release clause in Maresca's contract to bring the Italian tactician back to Spanish football. The 44-year-old previously worked as Pep Guardiola's assistant at Manchester City before taking the reins at Leicester.
Maresca's impact at the King Power Stadium has been nothing short of remarkable, guiding the Foxes to immediate promotion back to the Premier League while implementing an attractive, possession-based style of play that has drawn widespread praise.
Liverpool Star Emerges as Surprise Target
In another intriguing twist, Sevilla's sporting director Victor Orta has set his sights on Liverpool forward Diogo Jota as part of an ambitious attacking overhaul. The Portuguese international, while highly valued at Anfield, could be tempted by the prospect of regular first-team football in Spain.
"Sevilla see Maresca as the perfect candidate to rebuild their project after a turbulent season," a source close to the negotiations revealed. "His work at Leicester, combined with his understanding of Spanish football from his time at West Ham and his tactical education under Guardiola, makes him an ideal fit."
Release Clause Complications
The potential move faces significant hurdles, primarily centred around Maresca's release clause and Leicester's determination to keep their successful manager. The Foxes hierarchy view the Italian as crucial to their plans for establishing themselves back in the top flight.
Meanwhile, any approach for Jota would require substantial financial commitment from Sevilla, likely necessitating player sales to fund what would be one of the summer's most surprising transfers.
As the managerial merry-go-round begins to spin, all eyes will be on whether Sevilla can pull off what would be considered a major coup in European football circles.
