Manchester City hold firm on Rodri as Enzo deal nears deadline
Haaland, Anderson, Doku, Cherki, Guehi and O'Reilly have returned to training, giving Maresca nearly a full squad for Arsenal. Rodri remains the only absentee.
City will not budge on Rodri's £70m price. Barcelona's latest bid falls short, and City are prepared to keep the midfielder for the final year of his contract.
Manchester City have tied Jérémy Doku down until 2031, handing the Belgian winger a new five-year deal after 126 appearances, 21 goals and four trophies.
Elliot Anderson says joining City is the 'right' move, citing Aguero and De Bruyne as inspirations. The £116m midfielder is ready to fill different roles under Enzo Maresca.
Manchester City are in talks to sell Tijjani Reijnders to Al Qadsiah for about £50m, just a year after his £46.5m move from AC Milan.
Erling Haaland dubbed new teammate Elliot Anderson 'The diver?' on Instagram, referencing the VAR flashpoint that ruled out Norway's World Cup goal against England.
Savinho has told Enzo Maresca he wants to leave City for Tottenham. Talks are ongoing, with City demanding about £70m before sanctioning a move.
City lead the race for Enzo Fernandez but Chelsea want £120m and a deal done by 5pm Friday. Rodri talks with Barcelona could decide whether City make a final push.
Leeds boss Daniel Farke praised former City keeper James Trafford after his debut, saying the £45m signing has the potential to become 'world-class'.
