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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Maresca's Academy Promise: McAidoo and Co. Given Pre-Season Audition
Enzo Maresca's first game as City boss ended in a shootout defeat to Inter, but the Italian's focus was on the academy — with Ryan McAidoo impressing and decisions deferred until...
2 August 2026
Rodri gamble backfires as City face losing prized asset for nothing
Rodri's failure to repay City's loyalty during his injury struggles has left the club facing the prospect of losing him to Real Madrid for a mediocre fee, with his contract...
2 August 2026
Maresca's first City outing ends in shootout loss but Blues boss sees encouraging signs
Enzo Maresca's first City game ended in a penalty shootout defeat to Inter in Hong Kong, but the new boss saw an encouraging second-half display from a patched-up side.
2 August 2026 McAidoo stakes his claim as City's winger search continues
Ryan McAidoo shone off the bench as City drew 1-1 with Inter in Hong Kong, leaving Enzo Maresca with food for thought as the club continue their winger search.
2 August 2026
Mubama and Pavard trade goals as Maresca's City era opens with shootout loss
Enzo Maresca's City tenure opened with a 1-1 draw against Inter in Hong Kong, Mubama's early goal cancelled out by Pavard before a 3-1 penalty shootout defeat.
2 August 2026
Mubama makes early mark as Maresca's City era opens with shoot-out defeat
Enzo Maresca's first game in charge of City ended in a 1-1 draw with Inter Milan, decided by a 4-2 penalty shoot-out defeat. Divin Mubama scored inside 14 minutes.
1 August 2026
City’s quiet rebuild: how the Blues are reshaping their squad
City’s transfer strategy has shifted from aggressive to quiet. The Blues are rebuilding their squad with less fanfare, focusing on structure over statement signings.
1 August 2026
City table revised levy plan as Premier League's £1.5bn EFL deal stalls
Manchester City have submitted a revised proposal to limit the transfer levy increase in the Premier League's £1.
1 August 2026 Real Madrid Stance on Rodri Revealed as City Hold Firm at €75m
Manchester City and Real Madrid are at a standoff over Rodri, with City holding firm on a €75m (£64m) asking price and Real yet to improve their opening offer, per journalist Luca...
1 August 2026
Rodri exit looms as Real Madrid close in on £64m deal
Rodri looks set to leave City for Real Madrid this summer, with the Blues accepting a fee well below his true value, according to former financial adviser Stefan Borson.
1 August 2026
Maresca’s first City XI: Donnarumma starts, Foden captains against Inter
Enzo Maresca names a strong starting XI for his first game as Manchester City manager, with Phil Foden captaining the side against Inter Milan in Hong Kong.
1 August 2026
Merson: City could cash in on Rodri with Anderson arriving
Paul Merson believes City can afford to sell Rodri this summer, citing the £116m signing of Elliot Anderson as the reason. He questions how both would fit in midfield.
1 August 2026
City's academy wage power lands double blow on Arsenal
Manchester City have used their superior financial firepower to beat Arsenal to the signings of Jeremy Monga and Mishel Nduka, with wages proving decisive in both academy pursuits.
1 August 2026
Tonali reveals instant Tottenham decision as City's midfield rebuild takes shape
Sandro Tonali says he knew Tottenham was his next club within minutes of speaking to them, as City's midfield rebuild continues without the Italian.
1 August 2026 Foden: 'Fresh Start' After Two Seasons of Doubt
Phil Foden has signed a new City deal until 2030 and is determined to prove doubters wrong after a season of two halves. The Blues are backing him fully.
1 August 2026
City eye Ndiaye as Savinho edges towards Spurs exit
Stefan Borson says City like Everton's Iliman Ndiaye as a replacement for Savinho, who looks set to join Spurs. A bidding war could push the fee to £70m.
1 August 2026