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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Real Madrid cool on Zubimendi as City beat Arsenal to Monga deal
Real Madrid have decided against signing Arsenal's Martin Zubimendi this summer, while Manchester City have beaten the Gunners to the signing of Leicester winger Jeremy Monga.
11 July 2026
Jeremy Monga signs: City’s academy pathway continues to sell itself
Jeremy Monga has joined Manchester City from Leicester on a five-year deal, with the transfer highlighting the club's growing reputation for developing elite young talent.
11 July 2026
City cool on £75m Gusto valuation but talks expected to continue
Manchester City are interested in Malo Gusto but won't pay Chelsea's £75m asking price. Talks are expected to continue after the World Cup.
11 July 2026
Friday's City talking points: Grealish exit, Maresca's staff, Haaland's big night
Friday's Manchester City news cycle covered nine stories, including Jack Grealish's potential exit, Enzo Maresca's staff, and Erling Haaland's World Cup quarter-final.
11 July 2026
Nypan heads to Lommel for season-long loan
Sverre Nypan has joined Lommel SK on a season-long loan, with the Norwegian midfielder set to play Belgian Pro League football for the first time.
11 July 2026 Doku's World Cup Ends as Spain Break Belgian Hearts
Jeremy Doku's World Cup run ends as Spain beat Belgium 2-1 with an 88th-minute winner from Mikel Merino in Los Angeles.
11 July 2026
City Among Clubs Tracking Flamengo Teenager Pavuna
Manchester City are among the clubs tracking Flamengo teenager Kaua Pavuna, according to Brazilian media reports.
11 July 2026 Erling Haaland's World Cup diary: The Odyssey, 10 million views and a Hollywood partnership
Erling Haaland's World Cup diary series has been sponsored by Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, generating over 10 million views and marking a significant moment in athlete-driven...
10 July 2026
Teddie Lamb closing in on new City contract after prolific academy campaign
Manchester City are in advanced talks to secure Teddie Lamb's future after the 18-year-old finished as Under-18 Premier League top scorer with 25 goals last season.
10 July 2026 Man City to offer £10 tickets to fans living closest to the Etihad
Manchester City are introducing £10 adult tickets for local supporters at every home game this season, with 100-500 tickets available per fixture starting with the Bournemouth...
10 July 2026 Kroupi Agent Drops 'We'll See' Hint Over City Target's Future
The agent of Bournemouth forward Junior Kroupi says no final decision has been made on his future, with City among several clubs linked.
10 July 2026
Manchester City complete Pierce Charles signing from Sheffield Wednesday
Manchester City have signed goalkeeper Pierce Charles from Sheffield Wednesday on a five-year deal, with the Northern Ireland international immediately joining QPR on loan for the...
10 July 2026 Mbappe double sinks Morocco as France march into World Cup semi-finals
France reached the World Cup semi-finals for the third straight tournament with a 2-0 win over Morocco, Kylian Mbappe scoring one and setting up another after a first-half penalty...
10 July 2026 City given green light to pursue Gusto deal
Manchester City have been given the green light to approach Chelsea over Malo Gusto, with new boss Enzo Maresca targeting the right-back due to their previous working relationship.
10 July 2026
Camavinga on City's radar as Real Madrid mull offers
City have been alerted to a potential opportunity to sign Eduardo Camavinga, with Real Madrid open to offers for the midfielder this summer.
10 July 2026 City monitoring Read as Forest push ahead in Feyenoord talks
Manchester City have Feyenoord right-back Givairo Read on their watchlist, though Nottingham Forest hold the advantage after opening talks with the Dutch club.
10 July 2026