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Rodri And Cherki Return To City Training As Hopes Rise

Rodri And Cherki Return To City Training As Hopes Rise

October 1, 2025 9:36 am

Manchester City have welcomed a boost ahead of their upcoming fixtures, with Rodri and Rayan Cherki both returning to first-team training this week. The pair’s comeback offers renewed optimism at a critical juncture in City’s campaign, where injuries and rotation have tested squad depth. 

For Rodri, the return to training marks a steady step in his rehabilitation after a long layoff. The Spain international has battled knee issues and a previous ACL injury, which kept him sidelined for much of last season. His presence in training signals that he is closing in on full fitness, though City are likely to …

Savinho Contract Talks Advanced, But Extension Not Finalised

Savinho Contract Talks Advanced, But Extension Not Finalised

September 29, 2025 12:27 pm

Manchester City are in advanced discussions over a new contract for their Brazilian winger Savinho, but sources say the deal has not yet been officially confirmed. According to Africa Digital News, the new terms are expected to extend his stay with City beyond his current contract, which runs until 2029. 

Savinho, 21, joined City last year from Troyes on a five-year deal. He impressed while on loan at Girona in the 2023-24 season, scoring nine goals and providing ten assists in La Liga, and has since become a regular part of Pep Guardiola’s attacking options.

Reports suggest that the club …

Silva Slams Schedule After City’s Draw With Arsenal

Silva Slams Schedule After City’s Draw With Arsenal

September 25, 2025 8:52 am

Bernardo Silva has voiced his frustration after Manchester City’s 2–2 draw with Arsenal in the Premier League, criticising what he described as an “unfair” scheduling disadvantage. The Portuguese midfielder argued that City were left at a serious disadvantage after having just two and a half days of rest compared to Arsenal’s five, insisting that such disparities should not be allowed in high-stakes matches.

“It’s not fair to play one of these games like this,” Silva said in a post-match interview. “It’s just not right. They had five days of rest, we had two and a half. In one of the …

Madueke Faces 6–8 Week Layoff; ACL Reportedly Intact

Madueke Faces 6–8 Week Layoff; ACL Reportedly Intact

September 24, 2025 5:09 pm

Arsenal have confirmed that winger Noni Madueke is set to miss up to six to eight weeks following a knee injury sustained during their 1–1 draw with Manchester City. While the setback is significant, early reports suggest that he has not suffered damage to his ACL, offering a sliver of relief to both the club and the player. 

The injury forced Madueke off at halftime, limping down the tunnel, in a match where he had been influential before the knock. Manager Mikel Arteta described the situation as serious but not catastrophic, emphasizing that further scanning will clarify the full extent …

Arteta Certain Man City Remain Firm Contenders For Title

Arteta Certain Man City Remain Firm Contenders For Title

September 21, 2025 7:19 am

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has no doubts that Manchester City remain firmly in the Premier League title race, despite a challenging start to the campaign. Speaking to reporters, the Spaniard expressed his belief that Pep Guardiola’s side have the quality, mentality, and squad depth to mount another strong push for the crown.

“Without a doubt,” Arteta said when asked whether City were still contenders. “Knowing Pep really, and the demands he puts on his players, the mentality they have in the football club, the squad and the players that they have, I think so for sure.”

Arteta, who worked alongside …

Why Gigio Donnarumma Chose Number 25 At Man City

Why Gigio Donnarumma Chose Number 25 At Man City

September 12, 2025 2:02 pm

When Gigio Donnarumma donned the number 25 shirt at Manchester City, some fans wondered about the significance of the digits. For the Italian goalkeeper, the number carries deeply personal meaning, connecting the milestones of his life and career.

The story begins on October 25, 2015. On that day, a 16-year-old Donnarumma made his professional debut for AC Milan in Serie A against Sassuolo. It was a moment that marked the beginning of an extraordinary journey in football, one that would see him become Italy’s first-choice goalkeeper and a household name across Europe. The number 25 has remained a symbolic reminder …

Díaz–Álvarez Swap Blocked As Liverpool, Man City Refuse

How Díaz–Álvarez Swap Collapsed Between Liverpool, Man City

September 11, 2025 6:00 pm

Football transfers are often dressed up as straightforward business: a price, a player, a handshake. But sometimes, the negotiations are more like chess — ego, rivalry, and pride shaping every move.

In the summer of 2024, Liverpool found themselves in precisely that kind of duel. Luis Díaz, the Colombian winger who had lit up Anfield with flashes of brilliance, made it clear he was eager to cross the divide and join Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City. For Liverpool, the prospect of losing him to their fiercest Premier League rival was bitter enough. The way forward, they thought, was to balance the …

Gianluigi Donnarumma

Gianluigi Donnarumma Joins Manchester City On Five-Year Deal

September 2, 2025 1:22 pm

Manchester City have officially completed the signing of Italian goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma from Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) for a reported £26 million. The 26-year-old has agreed to a five-year contract, with the option for an additional year, keeping him at the Etihad Stadium until at least the summer of 2030.

Donnarumma arrives in Manchester following a successful stint at PSG, where he played a pivotal role in securing the club’s first UEFA Champions League title earlier this year. Despite his contributions, he found himself increasingly sidelined under manager Luis Enrique, who favored alternatives like Arnau Tenas and Matvey Safonov due to …

Trent Faces Race for Real Madrid Start, City On Alert

Trent Faces Race For Real Madrid Start, City On Alert

August 27, 2025 8:05 pm

Real Madrid right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold is under mounting pressure—and could soon find himself on the bench. The 26-year-old’s early outings have drawn sharp criticism, raising fresh doubts about his fit in Xabi Alonso’s setup. Meanwhile, Manchester City are quietly monitoring his situation.

In his La Liga debut, Alexander-Arnold was substituted after just 68 minutes in a 1–0 win over Osasuna. His performance was described as “not up to Real Madrid’s level” by AS editor Tomás Roncero, who highlighted a lack of intensity and adaptability. He warned that once Dani Carvajal is fully match-ready, Trent may struggle to hold onto his …

Guardiola Keeps Cards Close On City’s Transfer Plans

Guardiola Keeps Cards Close On City’s Transfer Plans

August 24, 2025 2:38 pm

Pep Guardiola remains characteristically noncommittal as Manchester City approach the final stretch of the summer transfer window. Asked about City’s chances of making further signings, the manager gave a measured response: “We will see. We have one week with the club. We talk with the players, agents. We will see.”

That came after City’s 2–0 defeat to Tottenham, which exposed fragilities in the team—particularly in defense and in goalkeeping. Under discussion is the future of veteran goalkeeper Ederson, who has been linked with a move to Turkey’s Galatasaray. Guardiola’s remarks reflect an ongoing balancing act between potential arrivals and departures, …

Leverkusen Signs Claudio Echeverri On Season-Long Loan

Leverkusen Signs Claudio Echeverri On Season-Long Loan

August 21, 2025 6:07 pm

Bayer Leverkusen has officially completed the signing of young attacking talent Claudio Echeverri from Manchester City on a season-long loan deal, the club announced.

The move is designed to provide Echeverri with more first-team experience in a competitive European league while giving Leverkusen added depth in attack. Known for his technical ability, creativity, and eye for goal, the 18-year-old Argentine has been one of Manchester City’s most promising prospects in recent years.

Echeverri began his career in the youth ranks of River Plate before joining Manchester City’s academy. His development in England has been closely monitored, with scouts and analysts …

Liverpool, Man City Set For Showdown In Title Race

Liverpool, Man City Set For Showdown In Title Race

May 22, 2022 12:27 pm

As the Premier League competition wraps up with its competition, things have heated up as the two top sides hussle for a place in the peak position. Pep Guardiola has also urged his Manchester City side to openly grasp the chance at greatness by claiming a fourth Premier League title in five seasons by holding off Liverpool’s title charge on Sunday.

Guardiola’s side are one point clear of the quadruple-chasing Reds heading into the final day of the season.

City face Aston Villa at the Etihad Stadium knowing a victory is enough to seal the title. But if City drop …

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