Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez has expressed his delight with life under new manager Enzo Maresca as the squad adapts to his tactical demands. The 24-year-old Spaniard impressed during a pre-season friendly against Inter Milan, positioning himself for a far more prominent role in midfield ahead of the new Premier League campaign.
Aleksandar Stankovic delivered a standout performance during Inter's pre-season penalty shootout victory over Manchester City in Hong Kong. Head coach Cristian Chivu praised the young midfielder's display while also highlighting the club's remaining summer transfer priorities.
Manchester City are reportedly preparing a sensational move for Chelsea winger Pedro Neto as Enzo Maresca looks to reunite with his former star. The Italian tactician, who recently traded Stamford Bridge for the Etihad, has identified the Portuguese international as a primary target to bolster his attacking options in Manchester.
Jack Grealish could be handed a surprise route back into Champions League football as Atletico Madrid explore an audacious move for the Manchester City winger. The 30-year-old spent last season on loan at Everton before a broken foot curtailed his campaign, leaving his long-term future at the Etihad Stadium uncertain this summer.
Josko Gvardiol has admitted that Manchester City will feel the void left by Bernardo Silva following the midfielder's high-profile move to Real Madrid. The Portuguese international opted for a return to Spain this summer, joining a rejuvenated Los Blancos side now led by the returning Jose Mourinho.
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But Manchester City are digging their heels in over the Spanish midfield boss. There is still a huge gap of millions between the offer from Los Blancos and the Sky Blues' hefty asking price.