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.
869 articles
Maresca's First Message to City: Win, Nothing Less
New Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca sets out his immediate demand: winning. The Italian's first public message cuts through transition talk with typical bluntness.
1 July 2026
Camavinga offer made to City as Tonali heads to Tottenham
Sandro Tonali is heading to Tottenham for £100 million, while Real Madrid have offered Eduardo Camavinga to Manchester City — though fitness concerns may scupper any deal.
1 July 2026 Real Madrid offer Eduardo Camavinga to Manchester City
Real Madrid have offered Eduardo Camavinga to Manchester City, with direct contacts between the clubs as City reshape a midfield that lost Bernardo Silva this summer.
1 July 2026 Atletico Madrid return for Rodri ruled out by Spanish journalist
Spanish journalist Rubén Uría has firmly denied reports linking Rodri with a return to Atletico Madrid, ruling out one of the more persistent strands of summer speculation.
1 July 2026 England's World Cup Progress Creates Early Headache for Maresca
England's World Cup win over DR Congo keeps key City players away from pre-season longer, creating a scheduling headache for new manager Enzo Maresca.
1 July 2026 Newcastle's Trafford Interest Puts Maresca In Early Decision Mode
Newcastle's interest in James Trafford is forcing Enzo Maresca into an early decision on the goalkeeper's future at Manchester City.
1 July 2026 Tottenham pip City to £100m Tonali deal
Manchester City have lost out to Tottenham in the race to sign Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali, with Spurs agreeing a deal worth up to £100m for the Italian international.
1 July 2026 Anderson Impresses as England March On
Elliot Anderson impressed as England progressed to a World Cup last-16 meeting with Mexico, with two other Blues also playing the full 90 minutes.
1 July 2026 Phillips opens up on injury-hit Sheffield United loan spell
Kalvin Phillips has spoken candidly about the injury problems that derailed his loan at Sheffield United last season, acknowledging the frustrating cycle that has defined his time...
1 July 2026 Tottenham join race for City goalkeeper James Trafford
Tottenham are the latest club to show interest in Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford, with Newcastle, Brighton, Aston Villa and Juventus also monitoring the 23-year-old's...
1 July 2026 Valencia eye Vitor Reis as Manchester City hold firm on Brazilian defender
Valencia have identified Vitor Reis as a preferred defensive target, but Manchester City are not currently considering letting the 20-year-old Brazilian leave this summer.
1 July 2026 Lille Set €100m Price Tag on City Target Ayyoub Bouaddi
Lille have set a €100m asking price for Manchester City target Ayyoub Bouaddi, making clear they will sell the 18-year-old this summer — but only on their terms.
1 July 2026
Hugo Viana's blueprint for Man City's new winger emerges
Hugo Viana wants a direct, progressive winger who can dribble and create chances, according to a report from Sam Lee of The Athletic.
1 July 2026 Man City consider Ayyoub Bouaddi as right-back option under Maresca
Manchester City are reportedly considering converting Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi into a right-back, with the 18-year-old seen as a potential fit for Enzo Maresca's system.
1 July 2026 Oliver Whatmuff joins Stockport County on season-long loan
Manchester City's highly-rated teenage goalkeeper Oliver Whatmuff has joined League One side Stockport County on a season-long loan for the 2026/27 campaign.
1 July 2026 City could hand Ayyoub Bouaddi a new position if they land Lille star this summer
Manchester City are considering deploying Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi at right-back under Enzo Maresca if they sign him this summer, according to reports.
1 July 2026