Manchester City weigh Rodri future as Bouaddi talks advance
Former City defender John Stones has arrived in Milan to complete his Inter move, saying he is 'excited to be here' before a medical and a reported 2-year deal.
Real Madrid have opened verbal talks with City over Rodri and are set to bid over €50 million.
Nico O’Reilly could move from left-back into midfield under Enzo Maresca, with City well stocked in defence and the academy graduate viewed as a natural long-term midfield option.
Enzo Maresca takes charge for the first time as City face Inter in Hong Kong on 1 August. Rodri, Grealish and Haaland miss out, with several younger players in the touring squad.
City are set for more exits than arrivals after major changes under Enzo Maresca. Rodri's future, Ayyoub Bouaddi talks and the need for a reserve goalkeeper remain key issues.
Five stewards have been charged after a Manchester United fan was allegedly assaulted at Old Trafford following a 0-0 draw with City during a 2025 sit-in protest.
Former City winger Shaun Wright-Phillips has been confirmed for 2026 Strictly Come Dancing, adding a new off-pitch role for the 2011 FA Cup winner and ex-Player of the Year.
Jack Grealish, left out of City's pre-season tour, could be offered an exit by Al Hilal after Everton declined a £50 million option following his loan spell.
City want Marseille goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli as back-up to Gianluigi Donnarumma, with James Trafford expected to join Leeds United in a deal worth about £40 million.
City's defence looks a major strength under Enzo Maresca, with Donnarumma, Dias, Khusanov, Gvardiol, Guehi and Nunes giving depth and strong options across the back line.
Barcelona are expected to complete a deal for City forward Kerolin Nicoli after their board approved a fee worth up to €1.5 million.
Real Madrid have opened talks with City over Rodri after reaching a personal agreement, but must free a squad place first. The midfielder is also set to miss the start of City's season.
Phil Foden rejected approaches from Arsenal, Chelsea, Tottenham and Bayern before signing a new City deal until 2030, with Hugo Viana key to securing his future.
City are confident of signing Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi within days. Personal terms are agreed, with Lille seeking €100 million and City hoping to pay €90 million plus add-ons.
