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Generated byManchester City are navigating one of their most active transfer windows in recent memory, with Enzo Maresca pushing to reshape a squad that has already seen significant departures. The most ambitious piece of business is a reported move for Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez, with City preparing a bid for the Argentina international despite Chelsea valuing him at around £120m. Xabi Alonso's public insistence that Fernandez will feature in Chelsea's Carabao Cup fixture this week suggests the deal remains far from straightforward, but the pursuit signals Maresca's clear intent to overhaul his midfield before the window closes.
That midfield rebuild has been forced partly by necessity. Nico Gonzalez has joined Newcastle United in a confirmed £52m deal, while Omar Marmoush has moved to Tottenham on an initial loan carrying a £60m obligation to buy. The outgoings have been offset by the arrival of 18-year-old Moroccan midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille on a five-year deal, and an agreed €40m move for Palmeiras attacking midfielder Allan. Fringe players are also moving on, with Issa Kabore set to join Wrexham for £2m and Jack Grealish attracting a loan approach from Sunderland.
On the pitch, City opened their Premier League campaign with a 2-1 home win over Bournemouth, leaving them with three points after one game. Maresca's side now travel to Selhurst Park on Friday evening to face Crystal Palace, a ground where the new City boss struggled to win during his time as Chelsea manager. Early momentum will matter as defending champions Arsenal set the pace in what promises to be a competitive title race.
Manchester City Overview
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August 2026
September 2026
Standings
Premier League
Premier League| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | F | A | +/- | PTS | Form | |
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| 6 |  Chelsea | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
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| 7 |  Ipswich Town | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
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| 8 |  Manchester City | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
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| 9 |  Leeds United | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
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| 10 |  Liverpool | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
You must be a club member to purchase an official ticket through the club to see Manchester City play at the Etihad Stadium.
There are two types of Cityzens memberships – Matchday Membership, for adults (ages 18 and above) between £25 and £35, and Junior Membership, for youth supporters (ages 17 and below) at £20.
Memberships offer fans a range of benefits, from priority access to tickets to a discount in the club shop.
Adult
- Full Price: £35
- Base Membership: £25
Junior
- Full Price: £20
To buy a Manchester City season ticket, you must first be a Cityzens Matchday or Junior Member, as season tickets are not sold to the general public. However, season tickets for the 2025/26 season are currently sold out, and only a limited number of Flexi Season Tickets were offered to eligible members based on their match attendance history and purchase activity.
Renewals for existing ticket holders have closed, and new tickets will not be widely available until at least the 2026/27 season, when the Etihad Stadium expansion is expected to release more seats.
To prepare for future availability, you should purchase a Cityzens Matchday Membership through the official Manchester City website and attend as many home games as possible. Priority for season tickets is based on loyalty and attendance, so building your history now increases your chances.
Flexi Season Tickets, which offer a more flexible commitment while still providing benefits, are another route, but also subject to eligibility.
Due to high demand, getting your hands on Premier League tickets for Manchester City matches is not easy, though it is typically not as tough as it is for their rivals.
Unsurprisingly, that can lead many fans to head to secondary resale sites such as StubHub in their efforts to bag tickets, though even then, it is not a foregone conclusion.
The best way to get tickets for Manchester City matches is to ensure you have a membership and browse the individual match options available. Remember, games against lower Premier League opposition or non-rivals will likely be easier to find.
The best way to buy cheap Manchester City tickets is from the club's official website, looking for tickets in the more cost-friendly portions of the Etihad Stadium.
Second-hand resale sites such as StubHub and Ticombo may also offer cheap tickets at short notice, with prices likely at their lowest the closer you get to the game.
You can indeed book a tour around the Etihad Stadium. Several websites offer deals and discounts on tours around the Citizens' home.
RedLetterDays currently offer stadium tours from £28 for one adult through £72 for two adults and two children. The time lasts approximately 90 minutes and includes an interactive portion that allows guests to greet a virtual Pep Guardiola in the press room and access the club shop.