Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola during his side's Champions League game against Real Madrid, on February 11, 2025
Man City suffer £145m transfer blow as 2030 decision confirmed by European giants
Manchester City reportedly suffer a blow in their pursuit of Bayern Munich's Jamal Musiala, who has a £145m release clause in his new contract with the Bavarians.
Feb 14, 17:01
Manchester City's Matheus Nunes celebrates scoring with Rico Lewis on September 24, 2024
Manuel Akanji injury: Four possible right-back solutions for Man City as Pep Guardiola confirms significant blow
Following confirmation of Manuel Akanji's injury blow, Sports Mole takes a look at how Pep Guardiola could address his right-back dilemma at Manchester City.
Feb 14, 15:39
Manchester City's Manuel Akanji on December 4, 2024
Man City injury news: Manuel Akanji to miss Real Madrid second leg, will he be absent for Liverpool?
Manchester City defender Manuel Akanji will miss the second leg of their Champions League second leg against Real Madrid next Wednesday with a muscular injury.
Feb 13, 22:58
Manchester City's Nico Gonzalez on February 8, 2025
Man City lineup vs. Newcastle: Predicted XI for Premier League top-four battle
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester City could line up for Saturday's Premier League clash with Newcastle United.
Feb 13, 14:02
Manchester City's Bernardo Silva and Kevin De Bruyne in training on November 25, 2024
Man City transfer news: £43.5m star 'assessing future' as 'showdown talks' planned over possible summer exit
One of Pep Guardiola's senior stars will reportedly hold showdown talks with Manchester City amidst uncertainty over his long-term future at the Etihad Stadium.
Feb 11, 13:30
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Abdukodir Khusanov: Man City's "freight train" impresses in FA Cup win, Citizens "risk" justified and could have long-term benefits
Abdukodir Khusanov impressed in Man City's FA Cup win over Leyton Orient and there were signs to suggest that he has the potential to develop into a "special player", Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Feb 10, 18:10
Manchester City's Nico Gonzalez picks up an injury on February 8, 2025
Man City facing anxious wait on Nico Gonzalez ahead of Real Madrid showdown in Champions League
Manchester City head coach Pep Guardiola 'does not know' whether Nico Gonzalez is facing a spell on the sidelines with the knock that he suffered on his debut.
Feb 8, 18:09
Manchester City's Abdukodir Khusanov pictured on February 8, 2025
Leyton Orient 1-2 Man City: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Kevin De Bruyne completes FA Cup comeback
Manchester City survive a massive scare to defeat a spirited Leyton Orient 2-1 and book their place in the fifth round of the FA Cup.
Feb 8, 14:18
Manchester City's Nico Gonzalez picks up an injury on February 8, 2025
Man City winter signing dealt injury blow in Leyton Orient FA Cup clash
Manchester City winter signing Nico Gonzalez picks up an injury in Saturday's FA Cup fourth-round clash against Leyton Orient.
Feb 8, 13:31
Shaun Wright-Phillips on September 19, 2014
"Every era comes to an end" - but Man City legend tips Pep Guardiola to steer Citizens back to English football summit
Man City legend Shaun Wright-Phillips tells Sports Mole that "every era comes to an end" for teams, but he believes that Pep Guardiola will find a way to get his side back to the top of English football.
Feb 8, 07:00
Manchester City's Pep Guardiola pictured on January 4, 2025
Manchester City verdict: Pep Guardiola reveals when to expect outcome of Premier League's 115 charges investigation
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola reveals when the club expect to hear the outcome of the Premier League's investigation into their alleged breaches of spending rules.
Feb 7, 23:36
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Matheus Nunes: Why Man City cannot win Champions League with makeshift right-back who has "no defensive instincts at all"
Should Man City have replaced Kyle Walker in January? Can they win the Champions League with Matheus Nunes at right-back? Citizens expert Steven McInerney shares his views to Sports Mole.
Feb 7, 20:17
Manchester City's Ruben Dias and Ederson on August 24, 2024
Man City injury news: Pep Guardiola issues Ruben Dias, Nathan Ake, Jeremy Doku, Ederson update before Leyton Orient FA Cup tie
Man City manager Pep Guardiola delivers a fresh update on the fitness of his squad ahead of Saturday's FA Cup fourth-round tie with Leyton Orient.
Feb 7, 14:57
Manchester City's Rodri poses with the Ballon d'Or trophy on October 28, 2024
Man City's Champions League squad in full: Rodri included, three January signings could face Real Madrid
Manchester City confirm that Ballon d'Or winner Rodri and three new signings have been included in their Champions League squad for the knockout rounds of this season's competition.
Feb 7, 13:41
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Leyton Orient vs. Man City preview: "Big changes" predicted as Pep Guardiola tipped to experiment in "fascinating" FA Cup tie
Is Pep Guardiola destined to make "big changes" to his Man City lineup for Saturday's FA Cup fourth-round tie with Leyton Orient? Man City expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole why that could be the case.
Feb 7, 10:05
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'Nico Gonzalez is an essential signing': Man City's transfer business assessed as new £50m man is compared to Declan Rice
Nico Gonzalez is an "essential" signing for Man City to help Pep Guardiola address the "clear" weaknesses in his midfield, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Feb 7, 09:57
Juventus' Andrea Cambiaso pictured on January 14, 2025
Man City transfer news: Andrea Cambiaso truth revealed as agent confirms Pep Guardiola stance
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola was keen to bring Juventus defender Andrea Cambiaso to the Etihad in January, the Italian's agent reveals.
Feb 6, 17:53
Porto midfielder Nico Gonzalez pictured on August 11, 2024
Man City lineup vs. Leyton Orient: Predicted XI for FA Cup fourth-round tie
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester City could line up for Saturday's FA Cup fourth-round clash with Leyton Orient.
Feb 6, 08:40
Manchester City's James McAtee and Divin Mubama celebrate on January 11, 2025
Preview:Leyton Orient vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's FA Cup clash between Leyton Orient and Manchester City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Feb 6, 08:35
Nice attacker Youssoufa Moukoko on January 23, 2025
Preview:Nice vs. Lens - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Ligue 1 clash between Nice and Lens, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Feb 6, 06:20
Porto midfielder Nico Gonzalez pictured on August 11, 2024
Nico Gonzalez to Man City confirmed: Contract details, transfer fee, possible debut date
Manchester City announce the signing of Nico Gonzalez from Porto on a four-and-a-half year contract for a reported fee of €60m (£49.9m).
Feb 3, 23:01
Porto midfielder Nico Gonzalez pictured on August 11, 2024
Man City transfer news: £49.8m midfielder 'travelling for medical' as payment terms 'agreed'
Manchester City reportedly agree to pay €60m (£49.8m) for the signing of Porto midfielder Nico Gonzalez on transfer deadline day.
Feb 3, 15:01
Nico Gonzalez of Porto during his side's match against Tel Aviv, on January 30, 2025
Manchester City transfer news: Pep Guardiola 'eyeing £50m midfielder' on deadline day
Manchester City are reportedly prepared to sign a £50m-rated midfielder on transfer deadline day on the back of Sunday's humbling defeat at Arsenal.
Feb 3, 12:04
Arsenal's David Raya reacts on December 4, 2024
Arsenal vs. Man City confirmed lineups: Raya, White, Khusanov, Marmoush decisions made
Arsenal and Manchester City confirm their starting lineups for this afternoon's Premier League showdown at the Emirates Stadium.
Feb 2, 15:20
Manchester United forward Alejandro Garnacho on January 16, 2025
Transfer deadline day January 2025: When does the transfer window close? What deals could be done? Everything you need to know
Sports Mole rounds up everything you need to know about transfer deadline day January 2025, including when the window closes and what deals could be done.
Feb 2, 09:32
Graham Potter as Chelsea head coach in April 2023.
Preview:Chelsea vs. West Ham United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's Premier League clash between Chelsea and West Ham United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Feb 1, 10:17
Nico Gonzalez of Porto during his side's match against Tel Aviv, on January 30, 2025
Manchester City transfer latest: Pep Guardiola 'interest' in midfielder to bolster squad in January window
Manchester City reportedly hold an interest in the signature of a £60m midfielder ahead of the closure of the transfer window on February 3.
Feb 1, 01:16
Manchester City head coach Pep Guardiola on December 21, 2024
Man City 'hold fresh talks' over move for 'very keen' defender ahead of transfer deadline
Manchester City are reportedly in talks with Juventus over the signing of defender Andrea Cambiaso before the end of the winter transfer window.
Jan 31, 16:49
Manchester City's Omar Marmoush pictured on January 25, 2025
Man City lineup vs. Arsenal: Predicted XI for Premier League clash including Omar Marmoush, Savinho calls
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester City could line up for Sunday's Premier League clash with Arsenal.
Jan 31, 16:39
Declan Rice of Arsenal celebrates scoring against Dinamo Zagreb with Kai Havertz, on January 22, 2025
Preview:Arsenal vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Arsenal and Manchester City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 31, 16:34
Manchester City's James McAtee on September 18, 2024
James McAtee: Pep Guardiola reveals if Man City starlet will leave before transfer deadline
Pep Guardiola reveals whether James McAtee will stay or leave Manchester City before the transfer window closes on February 3.
Jan 31, 13:45
Manchester City's Rodri pictured on September 18, 2024
Man City injury update: Citizens drop major hint at Rodri return date ahead of Champions League knockout phase
Manchester City are reportedly preparing to include Rodri in their squad for the knockout phase of this season's Champions League.
Jan 30, 20:15
Manchester City's Ruben Dias pictured on August 31, 2024
Man City injury, suspension news and return dates for Arsenal clash: Dias, Ake, Doku, Bobb, Rodri latest
Sports Mole rounds up Manchester City's injury and suspension news ahead of their Premier League clash with Arsenal on Sunday.
Jan 30, 08:41
Montpellier interim manager Jean-Louis Gasset on November 3, 2024
Preview:Montpellier HSC vs. Lens - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's Ligue 1 clash between Montpellier HSC and Lens, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 29, 13:37
Juventus' Andrea Cambiaso celebrates on January 25, 2025
Andrea Cambiaso to Man City: How close are Pep Guardiola's side to signing Juventus full-back?
Juventus full-back Andrea Cambiaso appears to have emerged as a top target for Man City, but they may have to wait until the summer to secure his services.
Jan 28, 23:56
Manchester City's Erling Haaland, Bernardo Silva, Josko Gvardiol and Omar Marmoush celebrate on January 25, 2025
Team News: Manchester City vs. Club Brugge injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of Wednesday's Champions League clash between Manchester City and Club Brugge.
Jan 28, 20:00
Manchester City's Oscar Bobb in action on August 10, 2024
Oscar Bobb injury update: Pep Guardiola confirms if Man City attacker will return for Champions League clash against Club Brugge
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola delivers a positive update on the fitness of Oscar Bobb ahead of Wednesday's Champions League clash with Club Brugge.
Jan 28, 18:29
SM-EK Luiz, Nypan composite
Man City transfer news: Citizens "can't get it wrong again", urged to avoid midfield mistake amid Douglas Luiz, Sverre Nypan links
Man City "are much more aware of the need to get it right" when signing a new midfielder after previous "failings in the transfer market" amid reported interest in Douglas Luiz and Sverre Nypan, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Jan 28, 11:15
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Man City vs. Club Brugge preview: Losing would be "painful" - but could Pep Guardiola's side benefit from early Champions League exit?
Man City expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole that defeat at home to Club Brugge in the Champions League on Wednesday would be "painful", but elimination from the competition could actually benefit the club this season.
Jan 28, 08:25
SM-EK Marmoush composite
Omar Marmoush's debut "one of spectacular promise" - Why Pep Guardiola's tactical tweak "isn't going to harm" Man City going forward
Omar Marmoush's Man City debut in their Premier League victory over Chelsea last weekend was "one of spectacular promise", Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Jan 27, 18:47
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