Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on June 26, 2025
Manchester City transfer news: Pep Guardiola 'blocked' swap deal for Liverpool star due to 'rivalry' fear last summer
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is reportedly responsible for blocking a swap deal in the summer of 2024 for a Liverpool forward.
Sep 12, 22:13
Manchester City's Pep Guardiola on August 16, 2025
Man City lineup vs Man United: Predicted XI for Sunday's Manchester derby at the Etihad
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City could line up in the derby against Manchester United in the Premier League on Sunday.
Sep 12, 20:20
Manchester City's Rico Lewis on April 27, 2025
Pep Guardiola has two new contract priorities after Rico Lewis signs new Man City deal until 2030
Manchester City confirm that Rico Lewis has signed a long-term contract extension until 2030, and Pep Guardiola now has two new prioritiy deals to sort out at the Etihad.
Sep 12, 18:24
Manchester City's Matheus Nunes and Erling Haaland celebrate on August 16, 2025
Preview:Manchester City vs Manchester United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Manchester City and Manchester United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 12, 18:20
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Erling Haaland vs. Alexander Isak: Man City’s Pep Guardiola disagrees with Liverpool’s Arne Slot over 'best in the world' striker debate
Erling Haaland or Alexander Isak? Man City manager Pep Guardiola delivers his verdict on who he believes is the best striker in the world following a statement from Liverpool boss Arne Slot.
Sep 12, 15:05
Manchester City's Omar Marmoush on August 23, 2025
Man City injury latest: Omar Marmoush, John Stones, Rayan Ait-Nouri updates provided by Pep Guardiola before Manchester derby
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola delivers the latest update on the fitness of his squad ahead of Sunday’s Manchester derby with rivals Manchester United at the Etihad Stadium.
Sep 12, 14:10
Juventus' Nicolo Savona on January 3, 2025
Man City transfer news: Agent reveals 'information requested' for Nottingham Forest defender
The agent of a Nottingham Forest defender reveals that Manchester City requested information regarding his availability during the summer transfer window.
Sep 12, 12:57
Manchester City's Erling Haaland and Manchester United's Diogo Dalot pictured on May 25, 2024
Manchester City vs. Manchester United: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Manchester derby rivals Manchester City and Manchester United.
Sep 12, 11:42
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Manchester derby: Defeat for Man City “could be really painful” as prediction made for “must-win” Premier League clash
Manchester City’s confidence could suffer a “painful” knock if they lose a third successive Premier League game at the hands of rivals Manchester United on Sunday, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Sep 12, 10:35
SM-EK Donnarumma, Trafford composite
Gianluigi Donnarumma or James Trafford? Man City’s Pep Guardiola can make “sensible” and “logical” goalkeeper choice for Manchester derby
There are “benefits” to starting either Gianluigi Donnarumma or James Trafford in goal for Manchester City in Sunday’s Premier League derby against rivals Manchester United, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Sep 11, 18:30
Portugal's Bernardo Silva on September 9, 2025
Man City transfer news: Benfica accelerate Bernardo Silva pursuit as presidential candidate confirms “contract pending”
Benfica presidential candidate Joao Noronha Lopes confirms his plan to lure Bernardo Silva back to his boyhood club from Manchester City.
Sep 11, 12:59
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on April 6, 2025
Man City vs. Man United: How to watch Manchester derby, date, time, live stream, TV channel
Sports Mole provides everything you need to know about how to watch Sunday's Premier League Manchester derby between rivals Manchester City and Manchester United.
Sep 11, 08:10
Manchester City's Phil Foden and Omar Marmoush celebrate on February 15, 2025
Man City injury, suspension news and return dates for Man United clash: Marmoush, Stones, Gvardiol, Foden, Savinho, Khusanov latest
Sports Mole rounds up Manchester City’s injury and suspension news ahead of the Manchester derby with rivals Manchester United in the Premier League on Sunday.
Sep 11, 08:00
Manchester City's Omar Marmoush on August 23, 2025
Omar Marmoush injury update: Man City games Egyptian could miss after statement confirms Manchester derby blow
Manchester City confirm that Omar Marmoush has sustained a knee injury on international duty with Egypt and will miss Sunday’s Premier League showdown with rivals Manchester United at the Etihad Stadium.
Sep 10, 13:35
Erling Haaland celebrates scoring for Norway on September 9, 2025
Manchester derby: Erling Haaland’s continental milestones set stage for drought-ending showdown
Manchester City’s Erling Haaland sends Manchester United a derby warning by setting a plethora of records for Norway in their historic victory over Moldova.
Sep 9, 23:47
Manchester City head coach Pep Guardiola on December 21, 2024
Man City injury news: More Pep Guardiola concern after star writhes in pain before derby
Pep Guardiola may have to navigate the Manchester derby without a key forward after a Manchester City star suffers a suspected knee injury on international duty.
Sep 9, 23:30
Italy's Gianluigi Donnarumma on September 5, 2025
Gianluigi Donnarumma: Man City’s new signing given damning Italy rating after defensive ‘horror’ show before Manchester derby
Manchester City’s new signing Gianluigi Donnarumma performed ‘poorly’ as Italy conceded four goals in an enthralling 5-4 win over Israel in 2026 World Cup qualifying on Monday.
Sep 9, 12:40
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Savinho to Tottenham January transfer prediction made as Man City told they need “inherent usefulness” of Brazilian winger
Manchester City expert Steven McInerney gives his verdict to Sports Mole on the possibility of Savinho joining Tottenham Hotspur in January and explains why the winger’s return to training is a “big boost” for Pep Guardiola’s side.
Sep 9, 09:00
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John Stones injury: Man City defender “made of glass” given World Cup warning after latest England setback
Manchester City defender John Stones will not be picked by England boss Thomas Tuchel for the 2026 World Cup if he cannot play regularly for club and country leading up to next summer’s tournament, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Sep 8, 19:00
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Man City 115 charges update after club statement confirms APT case settled with Premier League
Manchester City confirm they have reached a settlement agreement with the Premier League in relation to their dispute over Associated Party Transaction rules (APT).
Sep 8, 16:30
Crystal Palace's Marc Guehi in a UEFA Conference League qualifier on August 21, 2025
Liverpool transfer news: Arne Slot in 'five-way battle' for Marc Guehi January transfer as Premier League competition emerges
Liverpool's plan to sign Marc Guehi in January could be under threat given they are reportedly in a five-way battle for his signature in the winter window.
Sep 7, 08:47
Real Madrid's Rodrygo on December 22, 2024
Real Madrid transfer news: Rodrygo latest as 'offers on the table' emerge amid World Cup 2026 plans
Real Madrid winger Rodrygo's future at the club is reportedly still uncertain, with the winger said to have offers to leave ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Sep 5, 22:25
Manchester City's John Stones on May 20, 2025
Manchester derby injury news: John Stones setback confirmed as 12 Man City, Man United players could miss Premier League showdown
As many as 12 players could miss the 197th instalment of the Manchester derby between bitter rivals Manchester City and Manchester United after the international break.
Sep 5, 14:07
West Ham United's Lucas Paqueta on August 31, 2025
Lucas Paqueta latest: West Ham star must “think seriously” about suing FA over failed £80m Man City move after betting case verdict
Lucas Paqueta’s lawyer claims that the West Ham United star could sue the Football Association following the conclusion of his spot-fixing case, citing the “immeasurable” damage that led to the breakdown of his transfer to Manchester City.
Sep 4, 12:45
Netherlands' Nathan Ake on September 3, 2025
Man City transfer news: Nathan Ake asking price ‘revealed’ as Tottenham ‘consider re-opening talks’ for defender
Tottenham Hotspur may look to reignite their interest in Manchester City defender Nathan Ake in the January transfer window, according to a report.
Sep 4, 12:05
Monaco's Paul Pogba pictured on May 19, 2025
Paul Pogba could face Man City on Monaco debut as ex-Man United man included in Champions League squad
Paul Pogba could be in line for a blockbuster Monaco debut against Manchester City as the former Manchester United man makes Les Monegasques' Champions League squad.
Sep 4, 12:02
SM-EK Rodri composite
Rodri fitness update: Man City must “trust” Spain star as “important” minutes verdict delivered before World Cup qualifiers
Manchester City midfielder Rodri will benefit from getting minutes under his belt on international duty for Spain as he bids to ease concerns over his fitness, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Sep 4, 08:55
SM-EK Guardiola composite
Man City injury news: Pep Guardiola’s side will “feel the effects” of missing “magic” star after “massive blow” confirmed
The lengthy absence of one of Pep Guardiola’s injured summer signings comes as a “massive blow” to Manchester City ahead of a busy fixture schedule, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Sep 3, 20:00
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Man City transfer news: “Necessary evil” justified as Hugo Viana’s summer window assessed, January prediction made
Man City’s decision to let as many as six treble-winning players leave in the same transfer window is a “concern”, but it was a “necessary evil” for the club to carry out a major squad overhaul, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Sep 3, 17:00
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on April 12, 2025
Man City confirm 23-man Champions League squad including six new signings and four goalkeepers
Manchester City submit a 23-man List A squad for the League Phase of the 2025-26 Champions League, including six new signings and four goalkeepers.
Sep 2, 22:30
Paris Saint-Germain's Gianluigi Donnarumma pictured on September 6, 2024
Gianluigi Donnarumma will not wear No.99 as Man City confirm different squad number following PSG transfer
Manchester City confirm Gianluigi Donnarumma's shirt number following his deadline day transfer from Paris Saint-Germain.
Sep 2, 22:18
Manchester City's Ilkay Gundogan gestures on the bench on August 24, 2024
Ilkay Gundogan officially joins Galatasaray: Midfielder reacts to Man City exit with transfer a win-win for all parties
Galatasaray complete the signing of midfielder Ilkay Gundogan from Manchester City, subject to international clearance.
Sep 2, 19:41
SM-EK Donnarumma City composite
“Remarkable” Gianluigi Donnarumma is “too good not to be a success" at Man City, but “issues” are guaranteed
Man City’s new signing Gianluigi Donnarumma is “unequivocally” a “world-class” goalkeeper who is “too good not to be a success” at the Etihad, but the concerns surrounding his arrival are "fair", Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Sep 2, 19:25
SM-EK Rodri composite
Rodri’s “concerning” Man City comments justified after Pep Guardiola’s “painful” Premier League setback
Rodri’s scathing comments about his own Manchester City team following last weekend’s 2-1 defeat at Brighton in the Premier League are “concerning”, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Sep 2, 16:29
Switzerland defender Manuel Akanji on June 29, 2024 (IMAGO)
“An easy choice”: Manuel Akanji joins Inter Milan from Man City with transfer details confirmed
Serie A giants Inter Milan confirm the signing of defender Manuel Akanji from Manchester City.
Sep 2, 11:00
Paris Saint-Germain's Gianluigi Donnarumma celebrates on July 9, 2025
Gianluigi Donnarumma could immediately haunt Man United as Man City confirm £26m goalkeeper transfer from PSG
Manchester City announce the signing of goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma from Paris Saint-Germain on a five-year deal.
Sep 2, 10:10
Manchester City's Rayan Cherki on August 16, 2025
Man City transfer analysis: Was the summer window a success for Pep Guardiola's side?
Sports Mole analyses whether the summer transfer window was a success for Pep Guardiola's Manchester City as they endeavour to avoid a second successive trophyless campaign.
Sep 2, 10:00
Manchester City's Ederson on April 12, 2025
Ederson’s Man City legacy analysed as record-breaking goalkeeper completes Fenerbahce transfer
Manchester City officially confirm the departure of goalkeeper Ederson, who has completed a permanent transfer to Fenerbahce.
Sep 2, 08:30
Manchester City's Ilkay Gundogan on June 26, 2025
Man City transfer news: Ilkay Gundogan heading towards exit with Champions League club in 'advanced talks' over move
Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan is reportedly closing in on a move to a club competing in the 2025-26 Champions League.
Sep 1, 17:02
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on April 12, 2025
Manchester City transfer news: 'Mandatory' exit of Pep Guardiola defender agreed but only if 'difficult conditions' are met
Manchester City are said to have agreed to the loan exit of a defender, but the deal will be made permanent if certain conditions are met.
Sep 1, 15:09
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