
Bernardo Silva still has "plenty left to offer" Pep Guardiola's side, but Man City are in "win-win" situation amid Benfica transfer rumours
Benfica-linked Bernardo Silva has still "got plenty left to offer" at Man City and his possible summer exit would be an "aggressive statement of intent" from the club's hierarchy, Citizens exert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Apr 24, 13:48

Barcelona chief Rafa Yuste issues Hansi Flick contract update amid extension reports
Barcelona vice president Rafa Yuste says that there have been discussions but not yet any negotiations over a potential new contract for head coach Hansi Flick.
Apr 16, 17:40

Pep Guardiola issues injury, transfer statement with Man City's Champions League "challenge" made clear
Pep Guardiola insists that his Man City side are ready for the challenge of trying to secure Champions League football for next season despite enduring an injury-hit campaign.
Apr 11, 15:02

Man City transfer news: Morgan Gibbs-White asking price revealed as Nottingham Forest 'demand nine-figure fee'
Nottingham Forest will reportedly demand a nine-figure fee for Manchester City-linked midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White this summer.
Apr 11, 14:02

Man City transfer news: Premier League midfielder 'among options' Pep Guardiola, Hugo Viana 'will consider' to replace Kevin De Bruyne
Manchester City reportedly identify a Premier League midfielder and Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz as two potential replacements for Kevin De Bruyne this summer.
Apr 8, 16:01

Kevin De Bruyne: "Devastating" exit of Man City's "greatest ever" is "justified" but PL icon is 'in conversation with Thierry Henry'
Kevin De Bruyne is Man City's "greatest ever player" and is "in the conversation" with Thierry Henry for the best player in Premier League history, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Apr 8, 10:35

Claudio Echeverri: Man City player tipped to leave Pep Guardiola's side after arrival of "special" new signing
Man City expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole which of Pep Guardiola's first-team squad members "will probably leave" the club following the arrival of "special" talent Claudio Echeverri.
Mar 4, 10:27

Claudio Echeverri: Man City confirm first-team arrival, squad number as 'the next Lionel Messi' reacts to Etihad transfer
Claudio Echeverri reacts to officially joining Manchester City, who confirm his shirt number and first-team integration into Pep Guardiola's squad.
Feb 27, 13:58

'Nico Gonzalez is an essential signing': Man City's transfer business assessed as new £50m man is compared to Declan Rice
Nico Gonzalez is an "essential" signing for Man City to help Pep Guardiola address the "clear" weaknesses in his midfield, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Feb 7, 09:57

Nico Gonzalez to Man City confirmed: Contract details, transfer fee, possible debut date
Manchester City announce the signing of Nico Gonzalez from Porto on a four-and-a-half year contract for a reported fee of €60m (£49.9m).
Feb 3, 23:01

Omar Marmoush officially joins Man City: How does "top-class" Egyptian forward compare to Julian Alvarez?
Man City officially announce the signing of Omar Marmoush from Eintracht Frankfurt. How does he compare to Julian Alvarez? When could he make his debut for Pep Guardiola's side?
Jan 23, 09:00

Man City announce Vitor Reis signing: Shirt number, contract length confirmed - When could he make Citizens debut?
Manchester City confirm the signing of Brazilian defender Vitor Reis from Palmeiras on a four-and-a-half-year deal.
Jan 21, 11:03

Man City sign Abdukodir Khusanov: Why Citizens fans should be excited by arrival of "silent warrior", Hugo Viana "influence" discussed
Man City expert Steven McInerney is excited by the arrival of Abdukodir Khusanov and believes it is "very obvious" that incoming director of football Hugo Viana has played his part in the defender's transfer to the Etihad Stadium.
Jan 20, 18:39

Abdukodir Khusanov joins exclusive club after completing £33.5m Man City transfer: Shirt number, contract length confirmed
Manchester City announce the signing of 20-year-old defender Abdukodir Khusanov from Lens on a four-and-a-half-year deal.
Jan 20, 17:59

Man City announce extraordinary Erling Haaland contract extension as 24-year-old chases seismic records
Manchester City confirm that Erling Haaland has signed an extraordinary new nine-and-a-half year contract, which will keep him at the Etihad until the summer of 2034.
Jan 17, 09:00

Kyle Walker asks to leave Man City: Three potential replacements for veteran right-back after Pep Guardiola transfer bombshell
Sports Mole takes a look at three potential Kyle Walker replacements for Man City after manager Pep Guardiola confirmed that the right-back has asked to leave the club and 'explore options abroad'.
Jan 11, 20:33

Stay or go? Entire Man City squad assessed amid "obvious need for a rebuild" including De Bruyne, Walker, Bernardo, Ederson
Man City expert Steven McInerney assesses Pep Guardiola's entire 23-man senior squad and shares his thoughts on which players should stay or leave the club as part of a much-needed rebuild.
Dec 16, 21:08

"I'm not moving, I can assure you": Pep Guardiola explains why he has signed two-year Man City contract extension
Manchester City officially announce that manager Pep Guardiola has signed a two-year contract extension.
Nov 21, 20:22

Pep Guardiola contract extension: Did Man City contact Xabi Alonso or Ruben Amorim prior to agreement?
Manchester City had reportedly not contacted any other manager to potentially take over from Pep Guardiola at the end of the season.
Nov 19, 23:43

Pep Guardiola 'agrees' Man City contract extension: When will his new deal expire?
Pep Guardiola reportedly reaches an agreement with Manchester City to extend his contract at the Etihad Stadium.
Nov 19, 21:47

Man City 'identify' potential Kyle Walker replacement but face competition for £12.5m La Liga star
Manchester City reportedly identify a La Liga defender as a potential replacement for Kyle Walker, but they could face competition from two other Premier League clubs.
Nov 15, 18:49

Could 'the next special one' Ruben Amorim be the 'antidote' Man United need to bring back glory days?
Ruben Amorim could be the "antidote" Manchester United need to bring back the glory days at Old Trafford, Manchester City expert Steven McInerney from Esteemed Kompany tells Sports Mole.
Nov 5, 15:40

Viktor Gyokeres: Can Man City quell threat of 'hottest striker in Europe' in Sporting Lisbon clash?
Sports Mole and Man City expert Steven McInerney from Esteemed Kompany discuss the threat of Sporting Lisbon's Viktor Gyokeres and what challenges the Citizens could face against the Portuguese giants in the Champions League on Tuesday.
Nov 5, 12:30

Man United 'reach agreement' to appoint Ruben Amorim as new head coach
Sporting Lisbon boss Ruben Amorim agrees in principle to become Manchester United's new head coach, according to a report.
Oct 29, 09:31

Rodri wins Ballon d'Or: Ilkay Gundogan, Txiki Begiristain praise "perfect" Man City midfielder
Ilkay Gundogan labels 2024 Ballon d'Or winner and Man City teammate Rodri as "the perfect midfielder", while Citizens chief Txiki Begiristain says that the Spaniard "totally deserves" the individual honour.
Oct 29, 08:54

Rodri wins Ballon d'Or: "This is not a victory for me alone, but for Spanish football"
Manchester City midfielder Rodri says that he has realised a dream after winning the 2024 Ballon d'Or, but he has insisted that his victory is for Spanish football and not solely for himself.
Oct 29, 08:41

Pep Guardiola admits part of him "is leaving" Man City with Txiki Begiristain exit
Pep Guardiola admits that a part of him 'will be leaving' Manchester City when director of football Txiki Begiristain departs the club at the end of the season.
Oct 18, 14:44

Preview: Wolverhampton Wanderers vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Manchester City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 18, 11:33

Ruben Amorim responds to Man City speculation after Hugo Viana arrival
Sporting Lisbon head coach Ruben Amorim responds to rumours linking him with a move to Manchester City following the arrival of new director of football Hugo Viana.
Oct 17, 16:51

Pep Guardiola's 'most likely scenario' on Man City future revealed amid England links
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is reportedly leaning towards extending his contract at the Etihad Stadium amidst speculation linking him with the England vacancy.
Oct 15, 15:41

How "absolutely necessary" Hugo Viana qualities may benefit Man City ahead of Txiki Begiristain exit
Man City expert Steven McInerney from Esteemed Kompany lauds Txiki Begiristain as a "phenomenal" director of football and tells Sports Mole that his successor Hugo Viana will bring the required levels of energy and hunger to thrive in his new role at the club.
Oct 15, 09:30

Man City confirm when Hugo Viana will begin director of football role
Manchester City confirm that Sporting Lisbon's Hugo Viana will succeed Txiki Begiristain as the club's director of football.
Oct 12, 14:35

Man City could confirm new arrival 'next week' with 'agreement completed'
Premier League champions Manchester City could announce a major arrival at the club as early as next week, according to a report.
Oct 11, 15:23

Man City identify 'favourite candidate' to replace key figure 'leaving' at end of season
Manchester City identify their 'favourite candidate' to replace director of football Txiki Begiristain, according to a report.
Oct 9, 18:45

Pep Guardiola: Man City manager could announce decision on future "next month"
An announcement on the future of Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola could be made "next month", Citizens expert Steven McInerney from Esteemed Kompany tells Sports Mole.
Oct 9, 17:35
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Senior Man City figure set for surprise exit after Premier League legal battle victory?
Manchester City director of football Txiki Begiristain is expected to leave the club at the end of this season, according to a report.
Oct 8, 18:39

Man City transfer news: Pep Guardiola 'eyeing up' £68m La Liga man as Julian Alvarez replacement
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola reportedly tells club directors to 'closely follow' a £68m La Liga player who could be viewed as a replacement for Julian Alvarez.
Sep 5, 14:12

"I had many very special moments" - Joao Cancelo leaves Man City to join Al-Hilal
Manchester City confirm that Joao Cancelo has completed a permanent move to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal.
Aug 27, 18:51

"He doesn't come here to retire" - Pep Guardiola talks up Ilkay Gundogan role after Man City return
Pep Guardiola believes Ilkay Gundogan has all the attributes to help Manchester City "fight again" for titles this season following his return to the club from Barcelona.
Aug 23, 16:00

"Exceptional midfielder" joins Man City as Citizens send out title message
Manchester City re-sign Ilkay Gundogan from Barcelona, with the German returning to the Etihad Stadium on an initial contract until June 2025.
Aug 23, 11:09