Declan Rice in action for West Ham United in the EFL Cup on August 28, 2018
Manchester City 'eye Declan Rice as Fernandinho replacement'
Manchester City reportedly identify West Ham United midfielder Declan Rice as a potential long-term replacement for Fernandinho.
Jan 9, 23:30
Pep Guardiola gives orders during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Liverpool on January 3, 2019
How Manchester City could line up against Burton Albion
Ahead of Wednesday's EFL Cup tie between Manchester City and Burton Albion, Sports Mole looks at how Pep Guardiola's side could line up at the Etihad Stadium.
Jan 7, 15:15
Pep Guardiola gives orders during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Liverpool on January 3, 2019
Preview:Manchester City vs. Burton Albion - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of Wednesday's EFL Cup semi-final between Manchester City and Burton Albion.
Jan 7, 14:50
Fernandinho in action for Manchester City on September 1, 2018
Fernandinho: Manchester City will maintain focus and intensity
Pep Guardiola's side face Rotherham and Burton in their next two matches.
Jan 5, 09:01
Fernandinho in action for Manchester City on September 1, 2018
The pressure is now on Liverpool, claims City star Fernandinho
Manchester City cut the Reds' Premier League lead to four points on Thursday.
Jan 4, 22:30
Harry Kane celebrates scoring for Tottenham Hotspur against Cardiff City on January 1, 2019.
Premier League Team of the Week - Harry Kane, Bernardo Silva, Fernandinho
Sports Mole selects its Premier League team of the week for gameweek 21, including Harry Kane, Bernardo Silva and Fernandinho.
Jan 4, 11:53
Leroy Sane celebrates putting his side back ahead during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Liverpool on January 3, 2019
Manchester City end Liverpool's unbeaten start in top-of-the-table showdown
Manchester City inflict a first league defeat of the season on Liverpool to close the gap on the leaders to four points at the top of the table.
Jan 3, 21:54
Fernandinho in action for Manchester City on September 1, 2018
Manchester City 'not seeking cover for Fernandinho in January window'
A report claims that Manchester City are not looking to bring in a new holding midfielder this month, despite their over-reliance on Fernandinho.
Jan 3, 13:32
Virgil van Dijk fouls Leroy Sane in Liverpool's goalless Premier League draw with Manchester City on October 7, 2018
Preview:Manchester City vs. Liverpool - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Premier League showdown between champions Manchester City and unbeaten leaders Liverpool, including predictions, team news and lineups.
Jan 1, 22:30
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk celebrates scoring against Wolverhampton Wanderers on December 21, 2018
Combined XI: Manchester City vs. Liverpool
Ahead of Thursday's mouth-watering showdown between Manchester City and Liverpool, Sports Mole selects its strongest combined XI from both squads.
Jan 1, 20:59
Kevin De Bruyne in action during the EFL Cup quarter-final game between Leicester City and Manchester City on December 18, 2018
How Manchester City could line up against Liverpool
Sports Mole looks at how champions Manchester City could line up for their mouth-watering Premier League showdown with unbeaten leaders Liverpool.
Jan 1, 18:54
Tanguy NDombele warms up for Lyon on October 27, 2018
Report: Manchester City unsuccessful with Tanguy Ndombele bid
A report claims that Manchester City have had a £45m bid for Tanguy Ndombele rejected by Lyon, with the French side instead holding out for at least £75m.
Dec 31, 13:36
Thomas Partey in action for Atletico Madrid in August 2018
Manchester City make enquiry for Atletico Madrid's Thomas Partey?
Manchester City's search for Fernandinho's long-term successor has reportedly seen them turn to Atletico Madrid ace Thomas Partey.
Dec 30, 19:05
Manchester City players celebrate scoring against Southampton on December 30, 2018
Manchester City return to winning ways at Southampton
Manchester City return to winning ways after back-to-back defeats by beating Southampton 3-1 at St Mary's, moving up to second in the table in the process.
Dec 30, 16:07
Fernandinho in action for Manchester City on September 1, 2018
Pep Guardiola insists Man City won't sign Fernandinho back-up in January
Fernandinho has been a big miss for City.
Dec 29, 15:05
Fernandinho in action for Manchester City on September 1, 2018
Paul Merson: 'Fernandinho has to be replaced'
Paul Merson believes that bringing in a defensive-midfield replacement for Fernandinho should be a priority for Manchester City this winter.
Dec 29, 12:28
Pep Guardiola gesticulates during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester City on December 8, 2018
Manchester City 'have no plans for January transfer window'
Manchester City reportedly have no plans to enter the transfer market in January despite their recent dip in form.
Dec 28, 19:34
Pep Guardiola gives orders during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Watford on December 4, 2018
Preview:Southampton vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Southampton and out-of-form champions Manchester City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 28, 18:04
David Silva celebrates scoring Manchester City's third goal against Southampton on November 4, 2018
How Manchester City could line up against Southampton
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City could line up for their Premier League clash with Southampton as they bid to bounce back from successive defeats.
Dec 28, 15:14
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk celebrates scoring against Wolverhampton Wanderers on December 21, 2018
The irreplaceables – the star players the top six can ill afford to be without
Manchester City have struggled in the absence of midfield general Fernandinho.
Dec 27, 12:06
Sergio Aguero in action during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Manchester City on August 12, 2018
How Manchester City could line up against Leicester City
Ahead of the Boxing Day clash between Leicester City and Manchester City, Sports Mole looks at Pep Guardiola's side could line up against the Foxes.
Dec 24, 11:45
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola watches on during the Manchester derby in November 2018
Preview:Leicester City vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of the Premier League clash between Leicester City and Manchester City on Boxing Day.
Dec 24, 10:55
Frenkie de Jong in action for Ajax on July 19, 2018
Manchester City 'facing huge £60m battle for Frenkie de Jong'
Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly prepared to offer Frenkie de Jong higher wages than Manchester City as they step up their interest in the Ajax ace.
Dec 21, 09:56
Houssem Aouar in action for Lyon on December 16, 2018
Pep Guardiola sees Houssem Aouar as Fernandinho successor?
Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar is wanted by Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola as a replacement for Fernandinho, according to a report.
Dec 20, 09:47
Gabriel Jesus scores the opener during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Everton on December 15, 2018
Gabriel Jesus brace helps Manchester City regain top spot in Premier League
Manchester City move back to the top of the Premier League table courtesy of a 3-1 win over Everton at the Etihad Stadium, with Gabriel Jesus scoring twice.
Dec 15, 14:23
Pep Guardiola gives orders during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Watford on December 4, 2018
Preview:Manchester City vs. Everton - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Manchester City and Everton at the Etihad Stadium, including predictions, team news and head-to-head records.
Dec 14, 15:31
Raheem Sterling celebrates with Sergio Aguero and Bernardo Silva after opening the scoring for Manchester City against Brighton & Hove Albion on September 29, 2018
How Manchester City could line up against Everton
Sports Mole looks at how an injury-hit Manchester City could line up for their Premier League clash with Everton at the Etihad Stadium.
Dec 14, 13:54
Chelsea defender David Luiz celebrates scoring against Manchester City on December 8, 2018
Chelsea inflict first defeat of season on Manchester City
Manchester City fall to their first defeat of the season as Chelsea beat the champions 2-0 at Stamford Bridge courtesy of goals from N'Golo Kante and David Luiz.
Dec 8, 19:24
Chelsea midfielder Jorginho in action during his side's Premier League clash with Newcastle on August 28, 2018
Pep Guardiola does not rue missing out on Jorginho
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says that he has no regrets about missing out on Jorginho in the summer as Fernandinho has been in "incredible" form.
Dec 7, 23:58
Eden Hazard in action for Chelsea on December 2, 2018
Combined XI: Chelsea vs. Manchester City
Ahead of Saturday's Premier League showdown between Chelsea and Manchester City, Sports Mole selects a combined XI from the two star-studded squads.
Dec 6, 13:42
Harry Kane celebrates after scoring Tottenham Hotspur's second goal against Chelsea on November 24, 2018
Premier League Team of the Week - Harry Kane, Riyad Mahrez, Virgil van Dijk
Sports Mole selects its Premier League team of the week for gameweek 15, including Harry Kane, Riyad Mahrez and Virgil van Dijk.
Dec 6, 11:22
Raheem Sterling celebrates putting his side back ahead during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Bournemouth on December 1, 2018
Record-breaking Raheem Sterling helps Manchester City past Bournemouth
Manchester City move five points clear at the top of the Premier League table courtesy of a 3-1 win over Bournemouth at the Etihad Stadium.
Dec 1, 16:51
West Ham United manager Manuel Pellegrini gestures on September 16, 2018
Preview:West Ham United vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of Saturday's Premier League clash between West Ham United and Manchester City.
Nov 22, 13:11
David Silva celebrates scoring Manchester City's third goal against Southampton on November 4, 2018
Premier League Team of the Week - Mohamed Salah, David Silva, Bernardo Silva
Sports Mole selects its Premier League team of the week for gameweek 12, including Mohamed Salah, David Silva and Bernardo Silva.
Nov 12, 16:33
David Silva celebrates with his Manchester City teammates after giving his side the lead in the Manchester derby on November 11, 2018
Manchester City ease past Manchester United in derby
Manchester City move back to the top of the Premier League table courtesy of a 3-1 victory over local rivals Manchester United at the Etihad Stadium.
Nov 11, 18:23
Sergio Aguero wheels away after opening the scoring for Manchester City in their Premier League meeting with Burnley on October 20, 2018
Predicted Manchester City XI vs. Manchester United - Sergio Aguero or Gabriel Jesus?
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City could line up for their derby against Manchester United at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.
Nov 9, 17:52
Anthony Martial in action for Manchester United on November 3, 2018
Combined XI: Manchester City vs. Manchester United
Ahead of Sunday's Manchester derby at the Etihad Stadium, Sports Mole selects its strongest combined XI from the squads of Man City and Man Utd.
Nov 9, 08:34
Leroy Sane in action during Manchester City's meeting with Huddersfield Town on August 19, 2018
Preview:Manchester City vs. Fulham - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of Thursday's EFL Cup tie between Manchester City and Fulham.
Oct 31, 12:30
Sadio Mane gets the fourth during the Champions League game between Liverpool and Red Star on October 24, 2018
Premier League Team of the Week - Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mane, Ross Barkley
Sports Mole selects its Premier League team of the week for gameweek 10, including Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mane and three Chelsea players.
Oct 30, 11:26
Riyad Mahrez celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City on October 29, 2018
Manchester City regain top spot with narrow win over Tottenham Hotspur
Riyad Mahrez scores the only goal of the game as Manchester City edge to a narrow 1-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur to regain top spot in the Premier League table.
Oct 29, 21:54