Man City learn last-16 options, injury doubts for Leeds trip
Arsenal eye £30m move for Atalanta teen Honest Ahanor. Man City and Chelsea also track the ‘special talent’, though Atalanta deem him close to untouchable.
No article details provided beyond headline. City assess potential last-16 opponents and face injury doubts before a trip to Leeds. Livescore
Ex-City forward Nolito says his 2016-17 stint was marred by ‘a lot of egos’ and a not close-knit dressing room. He started well but lost minutes after Gabriel Jesus arrived and struggled to adapt.
MEN’s Simon Bajkowski says Rico Lewis could leave this summer after limited minutes at right-back. Nottingham Forest showed interest. His deal runs to 2030 but he may seek more game time.
City, seeded after finishing eighth in the league phase, will face either Bodø/Glimt or Real Madrid in the Champions League last 16, with the draw on 27 February 2026 in Nyon.
Ex-City coach Enzo Maresca is delaying his next role, rejecting interest as he awaits summer clarity on Pep Guardiola’s future, viewing the Etihad job as his priority.
Piece argues Arsenal’s 2022/23 collapse vs City was due to William Saliba’s injury, claiming improved defensive depth now means that scenario should not recur in the title race.
Report floats a huge Manchester City points deduction of 40-60 points, but notes appeals would delay any impact, making it no reliable lifeline for West Ham’s survival fight.
Nike will launch Erling Haaland’s Phantom 6 signature boots for 2026-27 in navy, grey and lime, featuring enhanced Gripknit and Cyclone 360 plate, due in autumn 2026.
Forest’s Elliot Anderson, linked with Manchester City and Manchester United, says he is focusing on his football and giving everything for Nottingham Forest amid summer talk.
Barcelona reportedly target City forward Omar Marmoush as a ‘great talent’, believing he could be signed for under €75m, while also seeking a permanent deal for João Cancelo.
Leeds eye an Elland Road boost as City could be without Jeremy Doku, Josko Gvardiol and Mateo Kovacic for this weekend’s clash, with injuries keeping the trio sidelined.
