Real Valladolid's Juma Bah pictured on September 27, 2024
Man City transfer news: ‘Verbal agreement reached’ for defender to join Ligue 1 club on loan
Manchester City defender Juma Bah reportedly chooses to join Ligue 1 outfit Nice on loan for the 2025-26 campaign despite interest from fellow French side Lyon.
Jun 24, 16:31
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John Stones: Man City would sell injury-hit defender “in a heartbeat” as “really awkward conversations” will take place over future
Manchester City would sell John Stones “in a heartbeat” if they received offers for his services this summer, Citizens expert Steven McInerney from Esteemed Kompany has told Sports Mole.
Jun 24, 07:51
Sierra Leone's Juma Bah on March 25, 2025
Man City transfer news: Defender ‘closing in’ on Lyon loan move after Rayan Cherki agreement
Lyon are reportedly closing in on the signing of Manchester City defender Juma Bah on loan for the 2025-26 campaign.
Jun 20, 21:03
Manchester City's Rico Lewis on April 27, 2025
Pep Guardiola reacts to Rico Lewis red card: How many games will Man City defender miss after Club World Cup dismissal?
Rico Lewis is shown a straight red card as Manchester City kick-start their Club World Cup campaign with a routine 2-0 victory over Wydad AC in Philadelphia on Wednesday.
Jun 18, 19:07
Juma Bah on February 16, 2025
Man City transfer news: Defender ‘will leave on loan’ this summer amid interest from five clubs
Manchester City are reportedly planning to loan out teenage defender Juma Bah in the summer transfer window.
Jun 18, 16:59
France's Rayan Cherki on June 5, 2025
Man City vs. Wydad AC confirmed lineups: Cherki, Reijnders, Ait-Nouri debut decisions made for Club World Cup opener
Manchester City confirm their starting lineup for today’s FIFA Club World Cup Group G opener against Wydad AC in Philadelphia.
Jun 18, 15:05
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Man City vs. Wydad AC: Rayan Cherki, Phil Foden prediction made before Club World Cup opener
Will Rayan Cherki make his Man City debut in Wednesday’s Club World Cup clash against Wydad AC and will he play alongside Phil Foden? Citizens expert Steven McInerney gives his verdict to Sports Mole.
Jun 16, 20:01
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Sverre Nypan: “Very plausible” Lyon loan move given green light as Man City’s ‘new transfer strategy’ becomes clear
The “very exciting” arrival of Man City-bound Sverre Nypan at the Etihad Stadium signals the “continuation of a new strategy” under director of football Hugo Viana, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Jun 16, 15:13
AC Milan's Tijjani Reijnders on May 9, 2025
Manchester City lineup vs. Wydad AC: Predicted XI for Club World Cup clash as Cherki, Reijnders calls made
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester City could line up for Wednesday's Club World Cup Group G clash with Wydad AC.
Jun 16, 15:06
Sverre Nypan in action for Norway Under-21s on September 10, 2024
Sverre Nypan medical date ‘revealed’ as Man City close in on fifth summer signing
Manchester City reportedly schedule a medical for Sverre Nypan ahead of confirming the highly-rated midfielder as their fifth summer signing.
Jun 14, 12:25
Manchester City's Jack Grealish pictured on August 24, 2024
Man City confirm 27-man Club World Cup squad: Jack Grealish decision made as four new signings are included
Manchester City name a 27-man squad for this summer's FIFA Club World Cup in the United States which includes four new signings and five notable omissions.
Jun 11, 17:37
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Man City transfer news: Pep Guardiola's side learning from 'very obvious mistakes' as summer intentions are made clear
Man City's transfer intentions for the summer are "very clear" after 'very obvious mistakes' were made prior to the start of last season, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Jun 2, 16:51
Everton's Jarrad Branthwaite on February 26, 2025
Man City have Jarrad Branthwaite trump card as Premier League rivals prepare to 'sound out' transfer
Manchester City could hold a trump card in the race to sign Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite, as the Toffees are keen on one of Pep Guardiola's current defenders.
Jun 1, 11:32
Chelsea defender Ben Chilwell in September 2024.
Crystal Palace transfer news: Ben Chilwell decision made as Eagles 'hold talks' to sign former Man United target
Crystal Palace are reportedly in talks to sign a potential replacement for on-loan left-back Ben Chilwell.
May 30, 17:14
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Jack Grealish future: Tottenham, Man United loan discussed as the "writing's on the wall" for Man City attacker
There is "clearly an issue" with Jack Grealish at Man City and "the writing's on the wall" for the out-of-favour attacker to leave the Etihad this summer, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
May 29, 18:22
Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak on September 18, 2024
Man City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak confirms "swift" transfer plans as Club World Cup targets are "clearly identified"
Man City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak confirms that several transfer targets have been "clearly identified" by the club and their "objective" is to revamp Pep Guardiola's squad before the FIFA Club World Cup.
May 29, 13:35
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on April 12, 2025
Man City boss Pep Guardiola makes stunning "quit" threat after vital Premier League victory over Bournemouth
Manchester City head coach Pep Guardiola claims that he will "quit" the Citizens this summer unless their squad size is reduced.
May 21, 08:11
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Man City transfer news: Wesley, Nicolo Savona interest explained as Hugo Viana eyes up 'Abdukodir Khusanov-style signings'
Full-backs Wesley and Nicolo Savona are described as 'Abdukodir Khusanov-style signings' by Man City expert Steven McInerney amid reported interest from Pep Guardiola's side.
May 13, 09:55
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Pep Guardiola transfer statement backed by Man City stalwart as 19-year-old trio highlighted
Pep Guardiola is right when he says that Manchester City do not need to sign another centre-back this summer, according to a former Citizens centre-back.
Apr 29, 06:17
Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne on April 6, 2025
Nottingham Forest vs. Man City confirmed lineups: Bold Kevin De Bruyne, Zach Abbott decisions made for FA Cup semi-final
Nottingham Forest and Manchester City confirm their starting lineups for this afternoon's FA Cup semi-final clash at Wembley Stadium.
Apr 27, 14:34
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Bernardo Silva still has "plenty left to offer" Pep Guardiola's side, but Man City are in "win-win" situation amid Benfica transfer rumours
Benfica-linked Bernardo Silva has still "got plenty left to offer" at Man City and his possible summer exit would be an "aggressive statement of intent" from the club's hierarchy, Citizens exert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Apr 24, 12:48
Manchester City's Jack Grealish and Phil Foden on March 15, 2025
Man City vs. Aston Villa confirmed lineups: Foden, Grealish, Rashford, Watkins decisions made for crucial Premier League clash
Manchester City and Aston Villa confirm their starting lineups for tonight's Premier League clash at the Etihad Stadium.
Apr 22, 17:53
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Man City vs. Aston Villa: Pep Guardiola urged to select two players to quell threat of Marcus Rashford, Youri Tielemans
Man City expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole which two players should be selected by Pep Guardiola to quell the threat of Aston Villa duo Marcus Rashford and Youri Tielemans in Tuesday's important Premier League clash.
Apr 21, 07:30
Manchester City's Stefan Ortega pictured on October 23, 2024
Man City lineup vs. Everton: Predicted XI for Premier League clash
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester City could line up for Saturday's Premier League clash with Everton.
Apr 17, 13:10
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on April 12, 2025
Preview:Everton vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Everton and Manchester City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Apr 17, 12:59
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Everton vs. Man City: Abdukodir Khusanov "could be really useful" for Pep Guardiola as changes are "expected" for Premier League clash
Man City could benefit from the return of aggressive defender Abdukodir Khusanov against a troublesome Everton outfit on Saturday, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Apr 17, 12:29
Manchester City's Phil Foden in action on January 14, 2025
Man City-Crystal Palace confirmed lineups: Foden ruled out, Guardiola makes three changes, McAtee decision revealed
Manchester City and Crystal Palace confirm their starting lineups for this afternoon's Premier League clash at the Etihad Stadium.
Apr 12, 10:18
Savinho celebrates after scoring for Manchester City on January 29, 2025
Man City lineup vs. Crystal Palace: Predicted XI for Premier League clash
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester City could line up for Saturday's Premier League clash with Crystal Palace.
Apr 10, 15:11
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on April 6, 2025
Preview:Manchester City vs. Crystal Palace - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Manchester City and Crystal Palace, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Apr 10, 15:01
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Man City vs. Crystal Palace: Bold prediction made amid Champions League concerns before "absolute must-win" for Pep Guardiola's side
Man City expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole that he does not expect Pep Guardiola's side to qualify for next season's Champions League if they lose at home to Crystal Palace in the Premier League on Saturday.
Apr 10, 14:35
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Man Utd 0-0 Man City: Expert "aggressively disagrees" with Pep Guardiola as Champions League concerns emerge after 'worst ever' Manchester derby
Contrary to the views of Pep Guardiola, Man City should be concerned about their Champions League qualification prospects following Sunday's "uninspiring" 0-0 draw with rivals Man United, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Apr 7, 16:07
Manchester City's Ruben Dias in action with Manchester United's Alejandro Garnacho on April 6, 2025
Man United 0-0 Man City: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Fernandes stands out in De Bruyne's final Manchester derby
Manchester United and Manchester City play out a dull goalless stalemate in the 196th Manchester derby at Old Trafford on Sunday afternoon.
Apr 6, 17:50
Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne celebrates on March 30, 2025
Man United vs. Man City confirmed XIs: Kevin De Bruyne, Matthijs de Ligt, Luke Shaw decisions made for 196th Manchester derby
Manchester United and Manchester City confirm their starting lineups for this afternoon's Premier League derby showdown at Old Trafford.
Apr 6, 14:20
Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne on February 11, 2025
Man City lineup vs. Man United: Predicted XI for Premier League Manchester derby including Kevin De Bruyne call
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester City could line up for Sunday's Premier League Manchester derby with Manchester United.
Apr 4, 13:49
Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne on September 18, 2024
Preview:Manchester United vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Manchester United and Manchester City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Apr 4, 13:31
Omar Marmoush and Nico O'Reilly celebrate for Manchester City on March 30, 2025
Man City vs. Leicester confirmed lineups: Omar Marmoush, Nico O'Reilly among six changes for Pep Guardiola as Oscar Bobb returns
Manchester City and Leicester City confirm their starting lineups for tonight's Premier League clash at the Etihad Stadium.
Apr 2, 17:36
Manchester City's Erling Haaland on February 15, 2025
Man City predicted XI vs. Leicester City: Possible lineup for Premier League clash
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City could line up for Wednesday night's Premier League match with Leicester City at the Etihad.
Mar 31, 10:39
Manchester City's Abdukodir Khusanov in training on February 10, 2025
Abdukodir Khusanov: Pep Guardiola heaps praise on "really special" Man City January signing
Pep Guardiola talks up "really special" defender Abdukodir Khusanov ahead of Man City's FA Cup quarter-final trip to Bournemouth on Sunday.
Mar 28, 16:30
Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson pictured on August 31, 2024
Man City lineup vs. Bournemouth: Predicted XI for FA Cup quarter-final as Ederson boost confirmed
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester City could line up for Sunday's FA Cup quarter-final with Bournemouth.
Mar 28, 16:16
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Bournemouth vs. Man City: Pep Guardiola warned of "biggest fear" as Cherries have "real good chance" of knocking Citizens out of FA Cup
"There's a real good chance" that Man City could be knocked out of the FA Cup by Bournemouth on Sunday, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Mar 28, 13:10
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