Benfica's Ruben Dias in action against Rio Ave in the Primeira Liga on June 17, 2020
Manchester City 'agree Ruben Dias, Nicolas Otamendi swap'
Manchester City are reportedly on the brink of signing Benfica defender Ruben Dias, with Nicolas Otamendi moving in the opposite direction.
Sep 27, 08:19
Benfica's Ruben Dias in action against Rio Ave in the Primeira Liga on June 17, 2020
Manchester City target Ruben Dias hints at Benfica exit
Benfica defender Ruben Dias seems to confirm his imminent departure from the Portuguese giants amid speculation linking him with a move to Manchester City.
Sep 26, 22:33
Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden celebrates with teammates after scoring in the EFL Cup clash with Bournemouth on September 24, 2020
How Manchester City could line up against Leicester City
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City could line up for Sunday's Premier League clash with Leicester City at the Etihad Stadium.
Sep 25, 16:03
Atletico Madrid defender Jose Gimenez pictured in August 2020
Manchester City 'deny bid for Atletico Madrid defender Jose Gimenez'
Manchester City reportedly deny that they have made an approach for Atletico Madrid defender Jose Gimenez during the current transfer window.
Sep 24, 22:16
Atletico Madrid defender Jose Gimenez pictured in August 2020
Atletico president claims Manchester City launched £78m Jose Gimenez bid
Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo claims that Manchester City made a £78m bid for Jose Gimenez this summer.
Sep 24, 12:24
Nicolas Otamendi in action for Manchester City on October 1, 2019
Manchester City 'want to include Nicolas Otamendi in Jules Kounde deal'
Manchester City are reportedly looking to include Nicolas Otamendi in a deal for Sevilla's Jules Kounde, but the La Liga outfit would prefer a cash-only deal.
Sep 22, 22:52
Kevin De Bruyne scores for Manchester City against Wolverhampton Wanderers on September 21, 2020
Kevin De Bruyne sets sights on quadruple with Manchester City
The Belgian playmaker insists targeting silverware is City's prime motivation, not making up for last season's frustrations.
Sep 22, 21:44
Kevin De Bruyne scores for Manchester City against Wolverhampton Wanderers on September 21, 2020
Manchester City kickstart Premier League campaign with win over Wolves
De Kevin De Bruyne, Phil Foden and Gabriel Jesus struck at Molineux to give Pep Guardiola's side a winning start.
Sep 21, 21:41
Sevilla defender Jules Kounde in Europa League action on August 21, 2020
Sevilla defender Jules Kounde agrees personal terms with Manchester City?
Sevilla centre-back Jules Kounde has reportedly agreed a long-term contract with Manchester City, but the two clubs must still finalise a transfer fee.
Sep 21, 12:03
Wolves manager Nuno Espirito Santo pictured in August 2020
Team News: New Wolves signing Ki-Jan Hoever ineligible for Man City game
Nuno Espirito Santo made changes in the Carabao Cup but is expected to go with his regulars, while City are still without Sergio Aguero.
Sep 19, 14:43
Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne pictured on June 17, 2020
How Manchester City could line up against Wolverhampton Wanderers
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City could line up for Monday night's Premier League trip to face Wolverhampton Wanderers at Molineux.
Sep 19, 14:31
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured in August 2020
Pep Guardiola "happy" with Manchester City business this summer
City have brought in central defender Nathan Ake and winger Ferran Torres in deals worth £40million and £20.9million respectively over the summer.
Sep 19, 08:17
Bournemouth manager Jason Tindall pictured in September 2020
Preview:Middlesbrough vs. Bournemouth - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Championship clash between Middlesbrough and Bournemouth, including team news and predicted lineups.
Sep 17, 18:07
Atletico Madrid defender Jose Gimenez pictured in August 2020
Report: Manchester City fail with £92m bid for Atletico Madrid's Jose Gimenez
A report claims that Manchester City have failed in their attempt to sign Uruguay international defender Jose Gimenez from Atletico Madrid in a club-record deal.
Sep 15, 11:29
Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson pictured in June 2020
Preview:Bournemouth vs. Crystal Palace - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's EFL Cup second round tie between Bournemouth and Crystal Palace, including team news and injury news.
Sep 13, 19:15
David Brooks in action for Bournemouth on July 26, 2020
Manchester United 'told to pay £50m for Bournemouth midfielder David Brooks'
Manchester United are reportedly told that it will take a bid of £50m to prise midfielder David Brooks away from Bournemouth this summer.
Sep 13, 13:11
Napoli centre-back Kalidou Koulibaly pictured in July 2020
Kalidou Koulibaly 'desperate for Manchester City move'
Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly reportedly has his heart set on a move to the Premier League amid links with Manchester City.
Sep 11, 22:52
Bournemouth manager Jason Tindall pictured in September 2020
Jason Tindall keen to strengthen Bournemouth squad for Championship campaign
The Cherries have seen star players Nathan Ake and Callum Wilson depart over the summer.
Sep 11, 10:59
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on July 2, 2020
Manchester City season preview - predictions, fixtures, summer signings, starting XI
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at Manchester City ahead of the start of the 2020-21 Premier League season.
Sep 9, 14:30
John Stones warms up for Man City on August 7, 2020
John Stones set to stay at Manchester City?
Manchester City defender John Stones wants to stay at the Etihad and regain the trust of manager Pep Guardiola, according to a report.
Sep 8, 22:57
Atletico Madrid defender Jose Gimenez pictured in August 2020
Manchester City 'have £62m Jose Gimenez bid rejected'
Atletico Madrid reject a £62m bid from Manchester City for South American defender Jose Gimenez, according to a report.
Sep 7, 22:20
Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho pictured on June 6, 2020
Monday's papers: Jadon Sancho, Alexandre Lacazette, Luis Suarez
Contact with a certain Norwegian in Manchester offers a hint about Jadon Sancho's future.
Sep 7, 07:51
Napoli centre-back Kalidou Koulibaly pictured in July 2020
Kalidou Koulibaly agent 'in England to negotiate Manchester City move'
The agent of Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly arrives in England with the view to negotiating a move to Manchester City, according to a report.
Sep 6, 22:38
Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly pictured in October 2019
Manchester City 'to make £67m Kalidou Koulibaly bid next week'
Manchester City will submit an offer of €75m (£67m) for Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly next week, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.
Sep 4, 22:09
Napoli centre-back Kalidou Koulibaly pictured in July 2020
Aurelio De Laurentiis: 'Kalidou Koulibaly can leave this summer'
Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis confirms that Kalidou Koulibaly is likely to leave the club this summer.
Sep 3, 08:11
Netherlands' Memphis Depay celebrates scoring their third goal with teammates
Preview:Netherlands vs. Poland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's UEFA Nations League clash between the Netherlands and Poland, including team news and predicted lineups.
Sep 2, 11:20
Napoli centre-back Kalidou Koulibaly pictured in July 2020
Report: Manchester City agree personal terms with Kalidou Koulibaly
A report claims that Manchester City have agreed personal terms with Kalidou Koulibaly, but they must now match Napoli's valuation for the centre-back.
Sep 1, 12:57
Barcelona captain Lionel Messi celebrates scoring his 700th goal in their match against Atletico Madrid on June 30, 2020
How Manchester City could line up with Lionel Messi
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City could line up next season if Lionel Messi joins the club.
Aug 28, 14:59
Juventus defender Leonardo Bonucci pictured in August 2020
Juventus defender Leonardo Bonucci 'turns down Manchester City move'
Juventus defender Leonardo Bonucci reportedly turns down the chance to join Manchester City as he wants to work under former teammate Andrea Pirlo.
Aug 27, 21:39
Napoli centre-back Kalidou Koulibaly pictured in July 2020
Manchester City 'confident of signing Kalidou Koulibaly'
Manchester City are confident of signing Napoli centre-back Kalidou Koulibaly this summer, according to a report.
Aug 27, 11:46
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp ahead of lifting the Premier League trophy on July 22, 2020
Liverpool, Manchester City set for another battle for Premier League title
The Reds finished 18 points clear of their rivals last time around.
Aug 27, 08:08
Barcelona captain Lionel Messi pictured on June 19, 2020
Lionel Messi to leave Barcelona: Who could sign six-time Ballon d'Or winner?
Following Lionel Messi's request to leave Barcelona, Sports Mole looks at which clubs could pull off a blockbuster deal for the six-time Ballon d'Or winner.
Aug 25, 20:29
Napoli centre-back Kalidou Koulibaly pictured in July 2020
Napoli 'open to Manchester City talks for Kalidou Koulibaly'
Napoli are ready to conclude a deal to sell highly-rated defender Kalidou Koulibaly to Manchester City, according to a report.
Aug 24, 22:58
Man City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak pictured in Mar 2019
Manchester City chairman: 'Life is too short to hold grudges against UEFA'
City want to build a 'constructive relationship' with European football's governing body.
Aug 24, 15:41
Napoli centre-back Kalidou Koulibaly pictured in July 2020
Napoli president: 'No suitable bids for Kalidou Koulibaly'
Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis insists that the Italian giants have still not received a suitable offer for Kalidou Koulibaly.
Aug 23, 22:15
Vladimir Ivic as PAOK boss in 2017
2020-21 English fixture list revealed - Five talking points ahead of new season
Harrogate will make their debut in the EFL away to Southend, while new Watford boss Vladimir Ivic requires a good start at home to Middlesbrough.
Aug 21, 08:42
Callum Wilson in action for Bournemouth on July 15, 2020
Bournemouth 'playing hardball over Tottenham Hotspur target Callum Wilson'
Bournemouth will reportedly not let striker Callum Wilson leave on the cheap despite reported interest from Tottenham Hotspur.
Aug 20, 10:13
Napoli centre-back Kalidou Koulibaly pictured in July 2020
Napoli offer Manchester City £60m Kalidou Koulibaly deal?
Napoli are willing to accept a fee of £60m for Kalidou Koulibaly from Manchester City in order to aid their pursuit of Lille's Gabriel Magalhaes.
Aug 18, 22:58
John Stones warms up for Man City on August 7, 2020
Chelsea want John Stones and Lewis Dunk?
Chelsea will supposedly attempt to strike deals for centre-back pairing Lewis Dunk and John Stones during the summer transfer window.
Aug 16, 22:32
Napoli centre-back Kalidou Koulibaly pictured in July 2020
Report: Manchester City to increase Kalidou Koulibaly offer to £72m
A report claims that Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly is to be the subject of a second bid from Manchester City in the region of £72m.
Aug 15, 12:18
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