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
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Today's confirmed Premier League transfers: Deadline day - Monday, September 1
Keep track of every summer transfer deal done involving Premier League teams courtesy of Sports Mole's day-by-day roundup.
Sep 1, 18:20
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's Rayan Cherki on June 18, 2025
Rayan Cherki injury: Man City games summer signing could miss after Pep Guardiola confirms major blow
Sports Mole takes a look at how many games Man City's Rayan Cherki could miss after Pep Guardiola confirmed how long the playmaker is set to be sidelined for with an injury.
Sep 1, 13:25
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on April 6, 2025
Man City summer transfer window 2025: Top targets, budget, most likely signings and priority positions
Sports Mole takes a look at Man City's top targets, budget, most likely signings and priority positions for the 2025 summer transfer window.
Sep 1, 09:59
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured on May 17, 2025
Man City 2025 summer transfers: Every confirmed signing and sale for Pep Guardiola's side
Track all of Man City's 2025 summer transfer activity, including confirmed signings, player departures, latest rumours and squad updates.
Sep 1, 07:00
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Brighton vs. Man City: “Almost certain” starter for Pep Guardiola will be “crucial” to stop Kaoru Mitoma “trickiness”
Man City boss Pep Guardiola is likely to make changes to his starting lineup for Sunday’s Premier League trip to Brighton and one “almost certain” starter will be “crucial” to stop Kaoru Mitoma, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Aug 29, 09:25
Newcastle United's Alexander Isak pictured on May 25, 2025
Premier League transfer window 2025: When does it open? When does it close? A complete guide
Sports Mole provides a complete guide to the 2025 summer transfer window, including opening and closing dates and some of the biggest deals that could be done.
Aug 25, 17:01
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Man City 0-2 Tottenham: Pep Guardiola comments justified as “the biggest story” of Etihad loss to Spurs highlighted
Pep Guardiola’s new-look Manchester City squad will need time to develop cohesion and supporters must remain calm during the early stages of the new season, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Aug 25, 14:30
Manchester City's Rayan Cherki on August 16, 2025
Man City vs. Tottenham confirmed lineups: Cherki, Ederson, Marmoush, Bentancur, Palhinha decisions made for Premier League clash
Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur confirm their starting lineups for this afternoon’s Premier League clash at the Etihad Stadium.
Aug 23, 11:15
Manchester City's Rayan Cherki on August 16, 2025
Man City vs. Tottenham: Tijjani Reijnders, Rayan Cherki out to break Premier League scoring records in Etihad clash
Tijjani Reijnders and Rayan Cherki could etch their names into the Manchester City history books when Pep Guardiola’s side play host to Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League on Saturday lunchtime.
Aug 22, 17:09
Manchester City's Phil Foden celebrates with Savinho on June 26, 2025
Man City lineup vs. Tottenham: Predicted XI for Premier League clash
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester City could line up for Saturday’s Premier League clash with Tottenham Hotspur.
Aug 21, 18:10
Manchester City's Tijjani Reijnders celebrates on August 16, 2025
Preview:Manchester City vs Tottenham Hotspur - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Aug 21, 18:00
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Man City vs. Tottenham: Pep Guardiola sent “massive banana skin” warning ahead of “real challenge” against Thomas Frank’s side
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is warned of a potential “banana skin” ahead of Saturday’s “real challenge” against Thomas Frank’s Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League.
Aug 21, 09:34
Richarlison celebrates scoring for Tottenham Hotspur on August 16, 2025
Premier League 2025-26 GW1 review: Promoted sides poised to compete, Man United and Spurs spark optimism
Sports Mole takes a closer look at three key lessons from the opening gameweek of the 2025-26 Premier League season.
Aug 19, 20:01
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Premier League GW1 Team of the Week: Erling Haaland, Hugo Ekitike, David Raya
Sports Mole selects its Premier League Team of the Week for gameweek one, including Erling Haaland, Hugo Ekitike and David Raya.
Aug 19, 06:55
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Tijjani Reijnders is Man City’s “game changer” as bold Premier League title prediction made after 4-0 opening win over Wolves
Following Manchester City’s 4-0 opening win over Wolves in the Premier League last weekend, Citizens expert Steven McInerney gives Sports Mole his bold predictions on Tijjani Reijnders and Pep Guardiola’s title chances.
Aug 18, 14:50
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on June 26, 2025
Manchester City transfer news: Pep Guardiola makes summer demand, claims squad is "not healthy" despite Premier League win
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola claims that his squad are not in a healthy position, and he makes a demand of the club's hierarchy before the transfer window closes.
Aug 16, 23:02
Manchester City's Tijjani Reijnders celebrates on August 16, 2025
Wolves 0-4 Man City: Tijjani Reijnders equals Sergio Aguero record after stellar performance on Premier League debut
Tijjani Reijnders equals a record set by Manchester City legend Sergio Aguero after starring on his Premier League debut in Saturday’s 4-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers at Molineux.
Aug 16, 20:20
Manchester City's Tijjani Reijnders celebrates scoring on August 16, 2025
Wolves 0-4 Man City: Highlights, man of the match, stats as terrific Tijjani Reijnders emulates Sergio Aguero
Manchester City make a serious statement of title intent as they thump Wolverhampton Wanderers 4-0 at Molineux on the opening weekend of the Premier League season.
Aug 16, 17:53
Manchester City's Rayan Ait-Nouri in training on June 21, 2025
Wolves vs. Man City confirmed lineups: Ait-Nouri, Reijnders, Cherki, Trafford, Arias decisions made for Premier League opener
Wolverhampton Wanderers and Manchester City confirm their starting lineups for their opening Premier League game of the 2025-26 season at Molineux this evening.
Aug 16, 16:12
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on April 6, 2025
Man City injury news: Savinho, Ederson, Foden, Gvardiol, Rodri, Kovacic update from Pep Guardiola before Wolves opener
Pep Guardiola provides the latest update on the fitness of his squad, including Savinho, Ederson, Phil Foden, Josko Gvardiol and Rodri, ahead of Man City’s Premier League trip to Wolves on Saturday.
Aug 15, 15:00
Rosenborg's Sverre Nypan on May 11, 2025
Man City transfer news: Citizens 'close' to sending summer signing on loan to Championship club
Manchester City are reportedly on the verge of sending one of their summer signings on loan to Championship side Middlesbrough.
Aug 14, 23:36
Manchester City's Rayan Ait-Nouri in training on June 21, 2025
Man City lineup vs. Wolves: Predicted XI for Premier League opener of 2025-26 season
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester City could line up for Saturday’s Premier League clash with Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Aug 14, 15:20
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Man City have four difference-makers in Premier League title race as Pep Guardiola sent Rayan Cherki demand
Manchester City have four players who could make a difference in the title race, including one new signing in particular, a Citizens legend tells Sports Mole.
Aug 14, 15:17
Manchester City's Erling Haaland celebrates after scoring on June 26, 2025
Preview:Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Manchester City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Aug 14, 15:00
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Wolves vs. Man City: “Mercurial” Rayan Cherki is Pep Guardiola’s “cheat code” who must start Premier League opener
Rayan Cherki should start for Manchester City in Saturday’s Premier League opener against Wolves and the “majestic footballer” could become a “cheat code” for Pep Guardiola's side this season, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Aug 14, 11:43
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured on August 9, 2025
Wolves vs. Man City: How to watch, date, time, live stream, TV channel
Sports Mole provides everything you need to know about how to watch Sunday's Premier League clash between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Manchester City.
Aug 13, 20:54
Liverpool lift the Premier League trophy on May 25, 2025
Liverpool to defend crown? Promoted teams to avoid relegation? Why 2025-26 Premier League could be most exciting yet
Sports Mole takes a look at why the 2025-26 Premier League season could be the most exciting campaign in recent memory.
Aug 13, 13:58
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah poses with the Premier League trophy on May 25, 2025
Premier League predictions 2025-26: Who will win the title this season?
Ahead of the new 2025-26 Premier League season, members of the Sports Mole team give their predictions for who will win the title.
Aug 12, 17:16
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Man City injury news: ‘Realistic’ Rodri return verdict delivered after “massive blow” before new Premier League season
Manchester City supporters may have to “wait for a long time” before they see the very best of star midfielder Rodri, who recently suffered a fresh injury setback, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Aug 12, 09:57
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Tijjani Reijnders “has the X-factor”: Pep Guardiola will “adore” Frank Lampard-esque Man City signing after “ridiculous” Palermo performance
Manchester City’s summer signing Tijjani Reijnders “has got the X-factor” and will become a “special footballer” for Pep Guardiola’s side, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Aug 11, 20:19
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured on May 17, 2025
Manchester City transfer news: 'Strong' and 'attractive' option for Pep Guardiola's defence, with talks at 'early stage'
Manchester City are said to be in the early stages of negotiations for a defender, with Pep Guardiola looking to build for the future.
Aug 10, 18:57
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola during pre-season on August 9, 2025
Palermo 0-3 Manchester City: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Tijjani Reijnders steals show in pre-season friendly win
Tijjani Reijnders is the standout as James Trafford makes his first start for Manchester City in a 3-0 win against Palermo at Renzo Barbera on Saturday.
Aug 9, 22:10
Manchester City's Rodri on July 1, 2025
Man City injury news: Rodri setback confirmed as Pep Guardiola delivers fresh update on Man City star
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola delivers a concerning update on the fitness of star midfielder Rodri ahead of the new season.
Aug 8, 22:39
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on April 12, 2025
Palermo vs. Man City: Pep Guardiola’s 22-man squad confirmed with 10 players missing for pre-season friendly
Ten Manchester City players are left out of Pep Guardiola’s 22-man travelling squad ahead of Saturday’s pre-season friendly against Palermo in Sicily.
Aug 8, 18:00
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on April 6, 2025
Man City lineup vs. Palermo: Predicted XI for pre-season friendly with Anglo-Palermitan Trophy up for grabs
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester City could line up for Saturday’s pre-season friendly fixture against Palermo.
Aug 7, 22:15
Manchester City's Pep Guardiola in June 2025
Preview:Palermo vs Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's pre-season friendly clash between Palermo and Manchester City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Aug 7, 22:00
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on April 6, 2025
Manchester City transfer news: Midfielder 'approached' by Saudi Pro League clubs as Pep Guardiola problem emerges
A Manchester City midfielder reportedly receives an approach from clubs in the Saudi Pro League, as a problem in the middle of the pitch emerges for Pep Guardiola.
Aug 6, 23:03
Manchester City's Ruben Dias and Ederson on August 24, 2024
Man City latest news: Citizens 'secure' long-term future of key player with contract agreement
Manchester City reportedly agree a deal in principle to secure the long-term future of one of the key players in Pep Guardiola's squad.
Aug 4, 23:11