Former Arsenal midfielder Anders Limpar believes Mikel Arteta will never leave the Gunners for Barcelona or Manchester City. However, the Swede warned that keeping a squad packed with world-class talent happy will present the manager with the toughest test of his career.
Nottingham Forest have identified Manchester City midfielder Tijjani Reijnders as a £55 million transfer target this summer. The Netherlands international is open to leaving the Etihad Stadium in search of regular first-team football after making only 19 league starts in a difficult debut season with City.
Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca has admitted that the club still has significant work to do in the transfer market following a summer of high-profile departures at the Etihad Stadium. While the Etihad giants have already made waves with a club-record signing, the Italian tactician is keeping the door wide open for further reinforcements amid links to Chelsea winger Pedro Neto.
Manchester City are reportedly braced for a sensational late attempt from Barcelona to sign midfield linchpin Rodri before the summer transfer window slams shut. The La Liga champions are ready to challenge rivals Real Madrid for the Spanish international, who is said to be questioning a potential move to the Bernabeu.
Tottenham are preparing an ambitious £125 million double swoop for Man City winger Savinho and Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson. Having already re-tooled their defence and midfield, Spurs are now targeting a major attacking overhaul ahead of the new Premier League campaign.
Manchester City are exploring a summer move for Chelsea winger Pedro Neto as a direct replacement for Savinho. The Brazilian attacker is reportedly pushing for a transfer to Tottenham Hotspur following a frustrating season with limited minutes at the Etihad Stadium. Meanwhile, Neto could be forced out of Stamford Bridge after falling down the pecking order under Xabi Alonso.
Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher has backed Manchester City to retain their status as the dominant force in English football, tipping Enzo Maresca to secure the Premier League title in his debut season at the Etihad. The pundit believes the race will be a straight shootout between the Cityzens and reigning champions Arsenal, effectively ruling his former club and Manchester United out of the running.
Nottingham Forest have emerged as a surprise contender to sign Manchester City midfielder Tijjani Reijnders as the summer transfer window enters its final stages. Manager Oliver Glasner has identified the Netherlands international as a priority target to bolster his engine room at the City Ground, though the Premier League side faces stiff competition from some of Europe’s biggest heavyweights.
Enzo Maresca has inherited a flawless machine following Pep Guardiola's historic decade of dominance, but the Italian manager is still searching for a crucial missing piece. While Manchester City do not require a massive overhaul this summer, the loss of key veterans has forced the club to actively seek experienced transfers to balance a squad chasing further glory.
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.