Man City cut gap to three as Haaland scores, substituted at half-time
Report hails Bernardo Silva as a free-agent ‘market opportunity’, still key to Guardiola’s balance and fluidity. Juventus linked with a two-year deal, with several destinations touted this summer.
Semenyo scores in his second straight home league game, matching De Bruyne’s 2015 feat, then assists O’Reilly as City beat Fulham 3-0 to move within three of Arsenal.
City are reportedly preparing a €50m bid for Roma right-back Wesley, 22, after rotating Nunes and Lewis, seeking a long-term solution akin to Rayan Ait-Nouri’s profile.
Report claims John Stones, out of contract in summer, is in talks with Bayern Munich, with Atlético and Milan also keen. A reunion with Vincent Kompany is hinted, while an Everton return is unlikely.
Rodri’s father says the midfielder is happy at City but still ‘negotiating’ and unsure beyond 2027. He notes recent injuries after a cruciate issue, yet insists Rodri is eager and training well for the World Cup.
After City’s 3-0 win over Fulham, Guardiola accidentally called Haaland ‘Kevin’, referencing De Bruyne, then praised Semenyo and O’Reilly. Haaland scored again as City cut Arsenal’s lead to three points.
Guardiola says Haaland felt ‘niggles’ and was taken off at half-time as a precaution in City’s 3-0 win over Fulham after drawing level with Colin Bell on 153 goals.
Semenyo, O’Reilly and Haaland score in a 3-0 win over Fulham as Manchester City cut Arsenal’s lead to three points. Foden assists Haaland before the striker is withdrawn at half-time.
Reports link City with PSG’s Luis Enrique as a potential Guardiola successor, with the manager’s decision on his final contract year said to hinge on trophies this season.
Guardiola set to rotate for Salford in the FA Cup, with Haaland unlikely to be risked. Trafford, Lewis, Ake and possibly Stones tipped to start, with Marmoush leading the line and Rodri rested.
