Steven McInerney


Steven McInerney is a Manchester City expert and YouTube who runs the popular 'Esteemed Kompany' channel.

He joins Sports Mole for a weekly chat about all things Man City, from their form on the pitch to their activities off it.

Click here to view all of our conversations with Steven on YouTube.

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Career History
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“No-brainer”: Man City urged to complete “crucial” transfer of £100m-rated star
Elliot Anderson to Manchester City is an “absolute no-brainer” and Pep Guardiola’s side “should be pursuing” the in-demand Nottingham Forest star, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Dec 2, 14:40
 Manchester City's James Trafford on August 16, 2025
James Trafford becomes the second Man City player who ‘wants out’ in January amid Premier League interest
James Trafford is one of two Manchester City players who is ready to leave the club in the January transfer window, according to a report.
Dec 2, 09:35
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The simple formula Man City need to beat Fulham as ‘almost certain’ Premier League prediction is made
Manchester City expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole what he believes is required from Pep Guardiola’s side if they wish to win away against Fulham in the Premier League on Tuesday night.
Dec 1, 21:30
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'Always going to be at the top': Pep Guardiola has a standard-setter at Man City - and it's not Erling Haaland
The “brave” mentality of one Man City standard-setter is what a lot of his teammates are currently lacking in Pep Guardiola’s team, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Dec 1, 18:20
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Pep Guardiola would be “silly not to play” Man City star vs. Leeds as bold Erling Haaland prediction is made
"It would be silly" for one Manchester City player not to start in Saturday’s Premier League clash with Leeds United at the Etihad Stadium, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 27, 12:30
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Highly-rated gem should “write off Man City career” if he makes “horrifically bad” transfer decision
Claudio Echeverri will “almost certainly” have his loan deal at Bayer Leverkusen terminated in January, but a return to boyhood club River Plate is a “horrifically bad idea”, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 25, 07:00
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“Needs to start ASAP”: Seven potential Man City changes before “hugely important” Bayer Leverkusen Champions League clash
One Man City player “needs to start ASAP” and could return to Pep Guardiola’s first XI for Tuesday’s Champions League clash with Bayer Leverkusen, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 24, 18:50
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Arsenal handed significant boost as the ‘asterisk’ hanging over Man City’s Premier League title challenge is made clear
The prolonged absence of injury-plagued star Rodri could prove costly for Manchester City in their quest to topple Arsenal in the Premier League title race, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 24, 17:00
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How Man City can silence Newcastle “superstar in the making” as expert makes Premier League prediction
Manchester City will find a way to keep Newcastle’s “superstar in the making” quiet in Saturday’s Premier League contest at St James’ Park, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 20, 17:50
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“Silly behaviour”: Newcastle, Aston Villa sent clear James Trafford transfer message amid Man City uncertainty
Manchester City expert Steven McInerney delivers a “very confident” verdict to Sports Mole on the future of goalkeeper James Trafford, who has been linked with a January transfer to clubs including Newcastle United and Aston Villa.
Nov 20, 08:45
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£65m transfer ‘not a priority’ for Man City - but "perfect" for Arsenal even after 2016 rejection
The signing of Antoine Semenyo should not be considered as an “essential priority” for Manchester City, but the Bournemouth star would be a “perfect” addition for Premier League rivals Arsenal, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 19, 17:12
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Nico O’Reilly: Thomas Tuchel given three clear reasons why Man City star “should be a lock” in his England team at World Cup
Manchester City starlet Nico O’Reilly has a “ridiculously strong chance” of being England's left-back at the 2026 World Cup, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 12, 16:00
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Phil Foden: Thomas Tuchel told how Man City star can become a “world-class winner” for England
Thomas Tuchel’s England squad need the “world-class winner” that Phil Foden can become if he is given the chance to play regularly in a central midfield role, Manchester City expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 12, 12:40
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Arsenal warned why they should “fear” Man City as expert makes Premier League title prediction
Arsenal’s Premier League title hopes face a major threat from an improving Manchester City side with “frightening potential”, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 11, 11:50
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“World class”: Man City expert claims £55m star’s display was ‘as good as anything’ seen against Liverpool
Jeremy Doku is not a “25-goal-a-season player”, but he can still develop into a “world-class player” for Manchester City under manager Pep Guardiola, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 11, 08:40
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Man City vs. Liverpool: Virgil van Dijk “will have trouble” against Erling Haaland if Pep Guardiola opts to “copy and paste” for Premier League clash
Erling Haaland will “trouble” Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk if Manchester City repeat their Bournemouth blueprint in Sunday’s Premier League showdown at the Etihad Stadium, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 7, 10:55
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Borussia Dortmund “too naive” to stop Man City as bold Erling Haaland prediction is made for Champions League clash
Manchester City could benefit from a “naive” approach by Borussia Dortmund in Wednesday’s Champions League contest at the Etihad Stadium, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 4, 19:25
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Mateo Kovacic injury setback “a real shame” - but two Man City stars stand to benefit under Pep Guardiola
Mateo Kovacic’s latest injury setback is a “real shame” for the Manchester City midfielder, but Pep Guardiola’s side are in a “reasonably decent position” to cope without him, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 4, 08:50
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How Matheus Nunes can help Man City save £90m in transfer market and solve Pep Guardiola’s right-back puzzle
Manchester City may not need to splash the cash on a new right-back if Matheus Nunes continues to improve in his new defensive role, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 4, 08:30
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Nico O’Reilly: “The sky is the limit” for “perfect” Man City starlet - and it could spell trouble for Rayan Ait-Nouri
Manchester City starlet Nico O’Reilly has all the attributes to be considered a “perfect” full-back for Pep Guardiola’s side, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 3, 18:30
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Rayan Cherki, Phil Foden give Man City fans the “first taste of something special” after “goosebumps” moment in Bournemouth win
Rayan Cherki’s performance alongside fellow playmaker Phil Foden in Manchester City’s 3-1 Premier League win over Bournemouth on Sunday was the ‘first taste of something special’, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 3, 15:10
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Man City vs. Bournemouth: Pep Guardiola must unleash “cheat code” to quell “ridiculous” Antoine Semenyo threat
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola should unleash a “cheat code” to quell the threat of Bournemouth’s “ridiculous” Antoine Semenyo on Sunday, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Oct 31, 11:27
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Swansea vs. Man City: “Mad” Erling Haaland start verdict delivered as “incredible” EFL Cup benefits are highlighted
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola would be “mad” to play Erling Haaland in Wednesday’s EFL Cup fourth-round tie away against Swansea City, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Oct 28, 08:30
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Inconsistent Man City trio are “lacking conviction” and Pep Guardiola must focus on key “issue”
Manchester City wingers Savinho, Oscar Bobb and Jeremy Doku are all “lacking conviction” and their inconsistent form must be addressed by manager Pep Guardiola, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Oct 27, 17:15
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Aston Villa vs. Man City: Unai Emery’s side ‘don’t play uniquely anymore’ and Pep Guardiola has "got wise to it”
Manchester City’s current squad is “more suited to handle” the threat posed by an Aston Villa outfit who were the “archetypal side built to disrupt” the Citizens in recent years, Esteemed Kompany’s Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Oct 24, 12:25
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Rayan Cherki: Man City fans licking their lips after Pep Guardiola makes bold claim about £34m “street player”
Pep Guardiola is excited to integrate summer signing Rayan Cherki into his Manchester City team following a lengthy spell on the sidelines.
Oct 20, 21:15
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Villarreal vs. Man City: Champions League tie ‘will not be a stroll’ for Pep Guardiola’s side - but there is reason to be confident
Manchester City should be confident of success in Tuesday’s Champions League clash with Villarreal, but it is “not going to be a stroll” for Pep Guardiola’s side, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Oct 20, 20:20
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Man City 2-0 Everton: How talismanic Erling Haaland has “changed his game” in two key areas for Pep Guardiola’s side
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland is in “sensational form” and has “changed his game” in two key areas for Pep Guardiola’s side this season, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Oct 20, 15:00
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Man City vs. Everton: Why Jack Grealish absence is a “massive blow” for Toffees as Pep Guardiola is handed “minor miracle” boost
The absence of Everton’s “main man” Jack Grealish is a “massive blow” for the Toffees ahead of Saturday’s Premier League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Oct 16, 17:45
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Pep Guardiola faces £93m puzzle as Man City “dagger” and “mercurial talent” set for imminent return from injury
Manchester City will benefit from the imminent return of “wonderful” attacking duo Omar Marmoush and Rayan Cherki, Citizens’ expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Oct 16, 09:45
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Phil Foden “needs to be happy” and England omission could be a “blessing in disguise” for Man City star
Phil Foden’s omission from Thomas Tuchel’s England squad could prove to be a “blessing in disguise” as the Manchester City star seeks to regain ‘happiness’, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Oct 8, 09:30
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Rodri injury news: Man City star “playing at 70%” as Pep Guardiola’s Premier League title hopes hang in balance without midfield “glue”
Manchester City will find it “incredibly difficult” to win the Premier League title without star midfielder Rodri at his very best, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Oct 7, 09:50
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Erling Haaland can “obliterate” Alan Shearer record as Man City's Premier League rivals are sent “scary” warning
Erling Haaland is developing into a "better" striker for Manchester City and he has the potential to “obliterate” Alan Shearer’s all-time Premier League goalscoring record, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Oct 6, 18:00
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Brentford vs. Man City: Pep Guardiola sent “problems” warning as “confident” prediction is made for Premier League clash
Brentford have the personnel and implement a philosophy that will “always cause Manchester City problems”, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole ahead of Sunday’s Premier League clash at the Gtech Community Stadium.
Oct 3, 10:30
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Man City news: Hugo Viana praised for “smart” Nico O’Reilly, Savinho decisions as Divine Mukasa prediction emerges
Manchester City director of football Hugo Viana wants a “big future” for Nico O’Reilly and Savinho at the Etihad Stadium and he has made the “smart” decision to extend the contracts of both players, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Sep 30, 17:00
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Monaco vs. Man City: “Clearly improving” Rodri alternative praised before “three-pointers” in Champions League
A “clearly improving” Manchester City player is a “safe and cautious” alternative to injured star Rodri for Wednesday’s Champions League trip to Monaco, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Sep 30, 11:05
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Jeremy Doku’s “power” at Man City assessed as “most explosive dribbler in world football” enjoys purple patch under Pep Guardiola
Jeremy Doku possess an “immense” level of power at Manchester City and has ‘matured’ into a key creative player under manager Pep Guardiola, Citizens expert Steven McInerney from Esteemed Kompany tells Sports Mole.
Sep 29, 17:55
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Man City vs. Burnley: Kyle Walker ‘cannot handle an emotional game’ as he prepares to face “freakishly talented” opponent on Etihad return
Kyle Walker ‘cannot handle an emotional game’ and one “freakishly talented” Man City star will “revel” playing against the Burnley defender in Saturday’s Premier League clash, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Sep 25, 10:05
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Huddersfield vs. Man City: Erling Haaland start verdict delivered as six false nine alternatives emerge for EFL Cup tie
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland is backed to start in Wednesday’s EFL Cup third-round tie at Huddersfield Town, but there are six possible attacking alternatives if the Norwegian is given a rest, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Sep 23, 08:30
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Arsenal 1-1 Man City: Pep Guardiola’s ‘park-the-bus’ tactics justified after “an admission of deficiencies” in Premier League clash
Manchester City's "dogged" performance in Sunday’s 1-1 draw with Premier League rivals Arsenal represented “another step in the right direction” for Pep Guardiola’s side, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Sep 22, 18:50
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