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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Vitor Reis

Maresca keeps cards close on Reis as City's squad puzzle deepens

Enzo Maresca praised Vitor Reis but gave little away on his future after City's win in Seoul, as the defender awaits a decision amid a busy summer of transfer activity.

Jeremy Monga

Jeremy Monga explains City switch as first outing offers a glimpse of what's to come

Jeremy Monga has explained why he chose Manchester City over Arsenal, with his first outing in a 3-1 friendly win over the K-League All-Stars showing plenty of promise.

Vitor Reis

Maresca's Reis dilemma: City's future centre-back needs games now

Vitor Reis has impressed in pre-season, but Maresca faces a call on whether the Brazilian stays as fifth-choice centre-back or heads out on another loan to keep developing.

Tijjani Reijnders

Reijnders speculation rumbles on, but City hold all the cards

Tijjani Reijnders is linked with Nottingham Forest, Juventus and Galatasaray, but no formal bid has arrived.

Rodri

Catterall: Rodri fitness and presence could decide City's title challenge

Adam Catterall of talkSPORT backs City to challenge Arsenal for the title, but insists Rodri's fitness and presence at the Etihad could be the decisive factor.

Phil Foden

Foden and Kovacic endorse £116m Anderson as City rebuild takes shape

Phil Foden and Mateo Kovacic have endorsed Elliot Anderson after his £116m move from Nottingham Forest, as City's rebuild under Hugo Viana continues with more signings expected.

Enzo Maresca

Maresca Sees Progress as City's Seoul Success Points to Bigger Picture

Enzo Maresca saw encouraging signs in City's 3-1 Seoul win over K League All-Stars, insisting the squad will improve further once everyone is available.

Phil Foden

Foden ready to step up as City's senior man after summer of change

Phil Foden is ready to embrace a leadership role at Manchester City following the departures of Bernardo Silva and Kevin De Bruyne, as the club begins a new era under Enzo Maresca.

Enzo Maresca

First blood for Maresca as City ease past K-League All Stars in Seoul

City claimed their first win under Enzo Maresca with a 3-1 victory over the K-League All Stars in Seoul, settled by three first-half goals.

Etihad Stadium

City Open Talks With Pedro Neto's Camp, Claims Romano

Manchester City have made a formal approach for Chelsea winger Pedro Neto, with journalist Fabrizio Romano reporting official contact with the player's representatives.

James Trafford

City edge closer to Rulli deal as Trafford heads for Leeds exit

City are closing in on Gerónimo Rulli as experienced cover behind Donnarumma, with Trafford heading to Leeds. A small fee gap remains with Marseille.

Etihad Stadium

Why City's Seoul Showdown With Atleti Matters More Than a Typical Friendly

With only three friendlies this summer, City's Seoul clash with Atlético carries extra weight as Maresca looks to fine-tune his side before the season begins.

Phil Foden

Foden and Anderson: The Making of a Midfield Partnership?

Phil Foden has spoken publicly about Elliot Anderson for the first time, revealing he expects the new signing's passing to suit his own game perfectly as City prepare for a new...

Ruben Dias

Dias staying put: Real Madrid interest fails to turn City defender's head

Ruben Dias is staying at Manchester City despite Real Madrid interest, with the defender preparing for another season at the Etihad and giving new boss Enzo Maresca a significant...

Tijjani Reijnders

Forest join the queue for Reijnders as City set their price

Nottingham Forest are keen on Tijjani Reijnders, but City's £55-60m valuation could prove a stumbling block.

Enzo Maresca

City's Neto interest hinges on Chelsea's resolve as Maresca reunion looms

City have made a formal approach for Pedro Neto, but Chelsea are determined to keep him. Maresca's connection and Savinho's uncertain future could shape the deal.