Blues to head East with near full-strength group
Enzo Maresca will take a strong City squad to Hong Kong and South Korea for the club’s pre-season tour. The Blues will travel with the bulk of their first-team options, despite several high-profile players being unavailable.
According to The Athletic’s Sam Lee, Josko Gvardiol, Rúben Dias, and January signing Antoine Semenyo are all expected to travel. That gives Maresca a solid defensive core to work with during the trip.
The absences haven’t been specified in full, but the squad list suggests Maresca is prioritising match sharpness for his key men. With the 2026-27 season approaching, every minute on the pitch matters.
The tour covers two Asian destinations. City will face local opposition before returning to England to finalise preparations.