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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Kovacic's World Cup showing hands Maresca a decision to make
Mateo Kovacic's impressive World Cup performance for Croatia has given Enzo Maresca a decision to make over the midfielder's future at City.
3 July 2026
Man City face Atletico Madrid threat in Morten Hjulmand chase
Manchester City's hopes of signing Morten Hjulmand have taken a hit as Atletico Madrid reportedly agree terms with the Sporting Lisbon captain.
3 July 2026
Marmoush exit talk gives Maresca an early test of authority
Omar Marmoush's future at Manchester City has become the first real test of Enzo Maresca's willingness to make difficult calls, with Atletico Madrid reportedly interested.
3 July 2026
City close in on Leicester teenager Monga after Arsenal pull out
Manchester City are pushing hard to sign Leicester City winger Jeremy Monga, with Arsenal’s interest having stalled over valuation.
3 July 2026 Rodri’s Spain masterclass hands Maresca a clear blueprint for City’s season
Rodri’s composed Spain display in the World Cup knockout against Austria underlined why he remains City’s most important player — and the central challenge for Enzo Maresca’s new...
3 July 2026 Pierce Charles close to Manchester City return as goalkeeper reshuffle looms
Manchester City are close to signing Pierce Charles from Sheffield Wednesday, though a loan move may follow, leaving questions about the goalkeeper situation.
3 July 2026 Ruben Dias and Portugal Survive Late Drama to Set Up Spain Clash
Ruben Dias played the full 90 minutes as Portugal came from behind to beat Croatia 2-1 and set up a last-16 World Cup clash with Spain.
3 July 2026 Ait-Nouri's World Cup ends as Algeria crash out to Switzerland
Rayan Ait-Nouri's World Cup is over after Switzerland knocked Algeria out with a composed 2-0 win in Vancouver.
3 July 2026
City join race for Leicester wonderkid Jeremy Monga
Manchester City have entered the race to sign Leicester City wonderkid Jeremy Monga, with multiple sources reporting the club is in direct negotiations.
2 July 2026 Tottenham eyeing double City raid after beating Blues to Tonali
Tottenham are reportedly eyeing James Trafford and Savinho after beating Manchester City to Sandro Tonali, testing Hugo Viana's resolve in his first full window.
2 July 2026
City enter race for Leicester teenager Jeremy Monga
Manchester City have made enquiries about Leicester City teenager Jeremy Monga, complicating Arsenal's pursuit of the highly-rated 16-year-old forward.
2 July 2026 Manchester City confirm Elliot Anderson signing from Nottingham Forest
Manchester City have confirmed the signing of Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest in a club-record deal worth £116 million, making him the most expensive British player in...
2 July 2026 Anderson signs, Camavinga rumours swirl and Doku helps Belgium through
Elliot Anderson signs for Man City, fresh updates emerge on Eduardo Camavinga, and Jeremy Doku helps Belgium reach the World Cup last 16.
2 July 2026 City tell Chelsea to drop £75M Gusto asking price or we walk
City have told Chelsea they will not pay £75m for Malo Gusto and will explore other options if the asking price does not drop, according to Fabrizio Romano.
2 July 2026 City Roll Out PUMATECH Travelwear as Maresca Era Heads East
City launch PUMATECH travelwear ahead of Maresca's Asia tour as the club balances commercial polish with the harder work of defining a post-Guardiola era.
2 July 2026 Bernardo Silva Documentary Lays Down Cultural Marker for Maresca
Bernardo Silva's Relentless documentary sets the cultural standard Enzo Maresca must now protect at Manchester City.
2 July 2026