Man City plan Rodri renewal, Maresca to recall Vitor Reis
Atlético Madrid have contacted Manchester City about midfielder Tijjani Reijnders after his largely underwhelming debut season. It is unclear if Atleti will meet City’s demands.
City and Chelsea scout 17-year-old Bodo/Glimt striker Mikkel Bro Hansen, a Denmark U17 ‘super talent’ with cup hat-tricks. Barcelona, Newcastle, Juventus and Ajax also track him.
Inter plan a move for Ruben Dias, with City reportedly open to offers as Enzo Maresca assesses the squad. Dias, contracted to 2029, has attracted interest amid uncertainty after injury and Guardiola’s exit.
Barcelona target Josko Gvardiol despite City pushing a new deal to 2028. With Stones gone, City value the Croatia defender highly and could reject bids below around €90m.
After leaving City with 20 trophies, Guardiola has ‘told friends’ he wants to manage England in future. City are set to appoint ex-assistant Enzo Maresca as frontrunner to replace him.
Everton are exploring a move for an ‘underrated’ Manchester City defender as they seek Premier League experience, alongside interest in John Stones, in David Moyes’ summer rebuild.
Report claims Guardiola picked Kalvin Phillips over Declan Rice in 2022 for passing range and scanning. Phillips then struggled for minutes and fitness, with loans to West Ham, Ipswich and Sheffield United.
City plan to bring Vitor Reis back after a standout Girona loan, adding centre-back depth for incoming boss Enzo Maresca amid John Stones’ exit and doubts over Nathan Ake, with Ruben Dias also linked away.
Bayern enter the race for Bournemouth’s Eli Junior Kroupi. Man City have held preliminary talks, with Chelsea also keen. The 19-year-old scored 13 in 33 as Bournemouth clinched Europa League.
Man City Women get Lauren Hemp fit for the FA Cup final vs Brighton, but Iman Beney is ruled out. Coach Jeglertz warns City must be ‘tactically perfect’ to secure the cup double.
Rodri’s camp confirm a conversation with Real Madrid presidential candidate Enrique Riquelme but deny any negotiation. Rodri stays focused on the World Cup and is discussing a Manchester City renewal.
