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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City make stance clear on Marmoush future despite mounting interest
Manchester City are not actively seeking a replacement for Omar Marmoush this summer, despite mounting transfer interest from Tottenham and Aston Villa.
27 June 2026
City cool on Bundesliga star Nmecha as German reports prove wide of mark
Manchester City have denied interest in Borussia Dortmund's Felix Nmecha despite German reports linking the former academy player with a return.
27 June 2026 City eye 2027 move for Lille midfielder Bouaddi
Manchester City are plotting a move for Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi in the summer of 2027, with Fabrizio Romano confirming the club's genuine interest in the 18-year-old...
27 June 2026 City make direct contact with Lille over teenage midfielder Bouaddi
Manchester City have made direct contact with Lille over 18-year-old midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, with multiple reports confirming the club's interest has moved beyond the...
27 June 2026 Marmoush through to World Cup knockout stages as Egypt edge Iran draw
Omar Marmoush will feature in the World Cup knockout stages after Egypt drew 1-1 with Iran to finish second in Group G, despite Mohamed Salah's hamstring injury.
27 June 2026 City ready to test Newcastle resolve over Tonali after Anderson deal
Manchester City are reportedly preparing to test Newcastle's resolve over Sandro Tonali after completing a club-record £116 million deal for Elliot Anderson.
27 June 2026 Rodri and Spain march on as Uruguay pay the penalty for Muslera's rare error
Spain edged Uruguay 1-0 in Guadalajara to top Group H, with Rodri pulling the strings as Alex Baena's first World Cup goal proved decisive.
27 June 2026
Juma Bah's Next Step: Premier League Loan or Permanent Exit?
Juma Bah impressed on loan at Nice but isn't yet ready for Man City's first team. A Premier League loan or permanent move with a buy-back clause could be his next step.
27 June 2026
City hold talks with Lille over Bouaddi as midfield search continues
Manchester City have held talks with Lille over Ayyoub Bouaddi as they look to add another midfielder this summer, with Elliot Anderson's move from Nottingham Forest close to...
27 June 2026 City set £45m ceiling on Gusto pursuit as Chelsea hold out for £75m
Manchester City have set a £45m ceiling on Chelsea right-back Malo Gusto, with the London club holding out for £75m. Hugo Viana may pivot to Feyenoord's Givairo Read instead.
26 June 2026
Boateng: City can improve even more after Guardiola exit
Jerome Boateng says Manchester City can improve even more after Pep Guardiola's exit, backing the club to maintain its place among Europe's elite.
26 June 2026 City and Arsenal circle as Hjulmand's Italian options narrow
Manchester City and Arsenal are best placed to sign Sporting CP captain Morten Hjulmand as his options in Serie A narrow, according to a Portuguese report.
26 June 2026 Elliot Anderson's World Cup Form Could Cost Man City Dearly
Manchester City's pursuit of Elliot Anderson has become more complicated as his World Cup performances for England drive up his potential price tag.
26 June 2026
City Face Early Road Test Against Last Season's Elite
Manchester City's 2026/27 Premier League fixtures present an early test, with first meetings against last season's top five all scheduled away from the Etihad.
26 June 2026 Gvardiol's New Deal: City's Defensive Statement
Josko Gvardiol's new long-term deal at Manchester City is viewed as a defensive statement and a key part of planning for the post-Guardiola era.
26 June 2026 Elliot Anderson Deal Done: City Land £116m Midfield Target
City have agreed a club-record £116m deal for Elliot Anderson, beating Manchester United to the midfielder's signature as Enzo Maresca's first major signing.
26 June 2026