Man City seek Guardiola clarity, assess defence options
Federico Valverde praises Zidane and Ancelotti and recalls his Champions League hat-trick v Manchester City, calling those 50 minutes ‘unforgettable’ and savouring the fans’ reaction.
Everton are in talks to re-sign out-of-contract John Stones from City this summer, with the 31-year-old keen to stay in the Premier League amid injury-hit seasons.
Newcastle fan reflects on ticket ballot woes and laments not ‘buying the title’ like City and Chelsea, contrasting modern St James’ Park with non-league days at Dulwich Hamlet and away trips to Welling.
Report claims City could sell Rico Lewis, with Sunderland, Newcastle and others interested ahead of the summer window.
City plan for next season with Rodri amid Real Madrid interest. Talks over a new deal are prioritised, with Foden’s too. If no renewal and he wants to leave, City could sell rather than risk 2027 free exit.
Profile charts Foden’s rise from treble winner and PFA awardee to renewed form after injuries, with standout displays vs Dortmund, as Guardiola hails: ‘Phil is back!’
Crystal Palace show strong interest in a ‘special’ Manchester City youngster, with indications City could sanction a surprise sale this summer.
City executives, led by Hugo Viana, have asked Pep Guardiola for clarity on seeing out his deal to 2027, preparing contingencies and a five-man shortlist as Liverpool FA Cup tie nears.
Liverpool are ‘frustrated’ by stalled Ibrahima Konate talks as his deal nears expiry. City and Chelsea have shown interest, with Real Madrid, Barcelona, Bayern and Inter also monitoring a potential summer move.
Thomas Tuchel says Phil Foden ‘struggles to show it on the pitch’ and is not guaranteed a World Cup spot after quiet March outings, amid reduced minutes at Manchester City.
Josko Gvardiol, out since a right tibial fracture v Chelsea in January, will begin light running in 10 days. City will be cautious, with a mid-May return possible, but a City appearance this season is unlikely.
Andree Jeglertz praises City’s dominant derby win at Manchester United as a ‘statement’, keeping them on course for a first WSL title in 10 years.
Liverpool’s Jeremie Frimpong went off injured for Netherlands, adding to Arne Slot’s fitness woes before Saturday’s FA Cup quarter-final at City. Guardiola to give an injury update on Friday.
City join Liverpool and Chelsea in tracking Barcelona’s Jules Kounde, valued at €60-70m. Despite Guehi’s arrival and defensive options, Hugo Viana could move if the 27-year-old becomes available.
City plan to recall 20-year-old Vitor Reis after standout Girona loan and Brazil debut, with Stones, Ake and Akanji possible exits. Girona hope to keep him but a summer return to Manchester is likely.
