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 talking points: loan exit, defensive concerns, World Cup progress
Six stories from the weekend: a loan exit confirmed, the centre-back situation analysed, and three City players join Haaland in the World Cup quarter-finals.
13 July 2026
World Cup bench duty could be the making of Rayan Cherki at Manchester City
Rayan Cherki has played just 61 minutes at the World Cup. Being on the periphery could be the motivation he needs to take his game to another level for Manchester City.
13 July 2026
Rodri set for minor back surgery, expected to be fit for start of season
A new report from Spanish outlet Larazon claims Rodri will undergo minor back surgery and be fit for Manchester City's 2026-27 season start.
13 July 2026
Maresca to give Grealish chance to stake his claim in pre-season
Enzo Maresca plans to give Jack Grealish a chance to impress in pre-season as his proposed return to Everton remains in limbo.
13 July 2026
City set to parade 25 transfer-listed players in Tuesday showcase
Manchester City will host a shop window fixture on Tuesday featuring up to 25 players available for loan or permanent moves, with clubs from the Championship and Europe invited to...
13 July 2026
World Cup offers first look at City's new midfield partnership
Elliot Anderson and Rodri have impressed at the 2026 World Cup, offering City fans a glimpse of a midfield partnership that could define next season.
13 July 2026
Jeremy Monga: Manchester City Complete Signing of Leicester City Teenager
Manchester City have confirmed the signing of Leicester City winger Jeremy Monga on a five-year contract, with the 17-year-old describing the move as a dream come true.
12 July 2026
City eye Trincão but Savinho exit must come first
Manchester City are monitoring Sporting's Francisco Trincão, but any move depends on Savinho leaving the club first, with Tottenham linked to the Brazilian.
12 July 2026
City dig in on Gusto valuation as Chelsea demand £75m
Manchester City have refused Chelsea's £75m asking price for Malo Gusto but expect further talks after the World Cup as Maresca pushes to strengthen at right-back.
12 July 2026
Khusanov agent lifts lid on Newcastle talks before Man City move
Abdukodir Khusanov's agent reveals Newcastle United held concrete talks before the defender's January 2025 move to Manchester City, with a warm relationship maintained between...
12 July 2026
Jeremy Monga to join Man City's pre-season tour as Maresca weighs up loan decision
Jeremy Monga will join Manchester City's pre-season tour of Asia as Enzo Maresca assesses whether the 17-year-old should remain in the first-team squad or head out on loan for the...
12 July 2026 Sverre Nypan's Lommel Loan: A Pivotal Season Ahead for City's Midfield Prospect
Sverre Nypan has joined Lommel SK on loan for the 2026-27 season. After a difficult spell at Middlesbrough, the young midfielder needs regular football to realise his potential.
12 July 2026
Borson: 'Ridiculous' Anderson fee nothing new in football
Stefan Borson says Man City's £116m Elliot Anderson fee is 'ridiculous' but nothing unusual, pointing to decades of inflated Premier League transfers.
12 July 2026 Manchester City re-sign Pierce Charles and loan him to QPR
Manchester City have re-signed goalkeeper Pierce Charles from Sheffield Wednesday, handing him a five-year contract before sending him on loan to QPR for the 2026-27 season.
12 July 2026
Bellingham's Double Sinks Haaland as England End Norway's World Cup Run
Jude Bellingham scored twice, including an extra-time winner, as England knocked Erling Haaland and Norway out of the World Cup with a 2-1 victory in Miami.
12 July 2026
City announce £10 tickets for every Premier League home game this season
Manchester City have confirmed £10 tickets for every Premier League home game this season, working with City Matters to make matches more accessible for local supporters.
11 July 2026