Peter Swales
Peter Swales is a professional sports journalist with over four decades of experience covering football. A lifelong Manchester City fan, he brings deep knowledge and passion to every story about the Citizens.
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City begin league era under Maresca with Bournemouth test at the Etihad
City begin the Premier League era under Maresca at home to Bournemouth, with Doku injured, Grealish in line to start and transfer business still ongoing.
22 August 2026
City Open Talks for Palmeiras Winger Allan as Savinho Exit Looms
City have opened talks with Palmeiras for winger Allan, who has agreed personal terms. The move comes as Savinho nears a Tottenham exit.
22 August 2026
Nico Gonzalez told he can leave City as Newcastle circle
Nico Gonzalez has been told he can leave City, with Newcastle keen. The midfielder is open to the move despite teammates urging him to stay.
22 August 2026
Maresca Insists City's Transfer Plan Is Intact Despite Exit-Led Summer
Maresca insists City know exactly what they need in the market despite a week of high-profile exits, with Savinho set for Tottenham and more departures expected.
22 August 2026
Doku injury leaves Maresca with early headache before Premier League kick-off
Jeremy Doku faces two to three weeks out with a calf injury, ruling him out of City's opening Premier League games. Jack Grealish's future adds to the early-season uncertainty.
21 August 2026
City's Midfield Rebuild: Fernandez Bid Looms as Shortlist Grows
City's midfield rebuild intensifies with a bid prepared for Enzo Fernandez, advanced talks for Bouaddi, and a growing shortlist as two arrivals are expected before September 1.
21 August 2026
Dias Swap Rumours Resurface as Mendes Circles Milan
Jorge Mendes is reportedly exploring a swap deal that would send Ruben Dias to AC Milan and bring Rafael Leao to City, just as Dias prepares to be confirmed as captain.
21 August 2026
Doku out of Bournemouth opener as calf injury disrupts start to new City deal
Jeremy Doku will miss City's Premier League opener against Bournemouth after a calf injury, with Enzo Maresca confirming a two-to-three-week absence.
21 August 2026
Maresca's Honest Admission on Rodri's Exit as City's Midfield Reset Takes Shape
Enzo Maresca admits it's difficult to keep players who want to leave as Rodri's exit to Barcelona reshapes City's midfield plans, with Savinho also seeking a move.
21 August 2026
City close in on Bouaddi as Rodri replacement nears completion
Manchester City are closing in on 18-year-old Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi as the long-term replacement for Rodri, with a deal expected to be finalised soon after months of...
21 August 2026
Marmoush on the verge of Spurs switch as City talks reach advanced stage
Omar Marmoush has agreed personal terms with Tottenham as City and Spurs hold advanced talks over a £75m move, with Savinho also heading to north London.
21 August 2026
Haaland's Fast Starts Could Be City's Best Friend in a Summer of Change
With Rodri, Reijnders and likely Savinho departing, Erling Haaland's fast starts could be key for Enzo Maresca's City as they face Bournemouth.
21 August 2026
Savinho's £85m Tottenham Move Signals a Changing of the Guard at City
Manchester City agree £85m deal with Tottenham for Savinho, with talks ongoing for Omar Marmoush. A window of significant change under new manager Enzo Maresca.
21 August 2026
Guehi's quiet authority could define Maresca's new-look City defence
Marc Guehi's quiet leadership and composure could prove vital for Enzo Maresca's City, with his Community Shield cameo offering a glimpse of what he brings to the back line.
21 August 2026
Grealish Takes No.18 as City Face Contract Crossroads
Jack Grealish will wear No.18 for City in 2026/27, with the winger entering the final year of his contract amid uncertainty over his long-term future.
21 August 2026
City's Wharton enquiry meets a firm Palace wall
City's enquiry for Adam Wharton has been knocked back by Crystal Palace, who have no intention of selling the midfielder this summer.
21 August 2026