Peter Swales
Peter Swales is a professional sports journalist with over four decades of experience covering football. A lifelong Manchester City fan, he brings deep knowledge and passion to every story about the Citizens.
1169 articles
City table revised levy plan as Premier League's £1.5bn EFL deal stalls
Manchester City have submitted a revised proposal to limit the transfer levy increase in the Premier League's £1.
1 August 2026
Real Madrid Stance on Rodri Revealed as City Hold Firm at €75m
Manchester City and Real Madrid are at a standoff over Rodri, with City holding firm on a €75m (£64m) asking price and Real yet to improve their opening offer, per journalist Luca...
1 August 2026
Rodri exit looms as Real Madrid close in on £64m deal
Rodri looks set to leave City for Real Madrid this summer, with the Blues accepting a fee well below his true value, according to former financial adviser Stefan Borson.
1 August 2026
Maresca’s first City XI: Donnarumma starts, Foden captains against Inter
Enzo Maresca names a strong starting XI for his first game as Manchester City manager, with Phil Foden captaining the side against Inter Milan in Hong Kong.
1 August 2026
Merson: City could cash in on Rodri with Anderson arriving
Paul Merson believes City can afford to sell Rodri this summer, citing the £116m signing of Elliot Anderson as the reason. He questions how both would fit in midfield.
1 August 2026
City's academy wage power lands double blow on Arsenal
Manchester City have used their superior financial firepower to beat Arsenal to the signings of Jeremy Monga and Mishel Nduka, with wages proving decisive in both academy pursuits.
1 August 2026
Tonali reveals instant Tottenham decision as City's midfield rebuild takes shape
Sandro Tonali says he knew Tottenham was his next club within minutes of speaking to them, as City's midfield rebuild continues without the Italian.
1 August 2026 Foden: 'Fresh Start' After Two Seasons of Doubt
Phil Foden has signed a new City deal until 2030 and is determined to prove doubters wrong after a season of two halves. The Blues are backing him fully.
1 August 2026
City eye Ndiaye as Savinho edges towards Spurs exit
Stefan Borson says City like Everton's Iliman Ndiaye as a replacement for Savinho, who looks set to join Spurs. A bidding war could push the fee to £70m.
1 August 2026
McAidoo ready to seize his moment as City open preseason against Inter
Ryan McAidoo is eager to impress as City face Inter Milan in their first preseason friendly in Hong Kong, with academy players set for minutes.
1 August 2026
Bouaddi saga takes familiar turn as Lille president digs in
Lille president Olivier Létang has reiterated his stance on Ayyoub Bouaddi, insisting the 18-year-old stays unless clubs meet the €100m asking price. City's pursuit continues.
1 August 2026
Maresca: City will sign more, but the shopping list is long
Maresca confirms City are still in the market for signings, with a right-back, midfielders and a winger on the wishlist. But the squad remains an unknown entity.
1 August 2026
Maresca's City era begins: What to watch for against Inter
Enzo Maresca's Manchester City era kicks off tomorrow against Inter Milan in Hong Kong. With new concepts to test and young players to watch, here's what to look out for.
31 July 2026
Semenyo lifts the lid on Maresca's methods and his own City start
Antoine Semenyo has opened up on life under Enzo Maresca, comparing the new boss to Pep Guardiola and revealing how the manager handled his post-World Cup return.
31 July 2026 Savinho's City Exit: Juventus Emerge as Tottenham Face Fresh Competition
Tottenham face a fresh challenge from Juventus in the race to sign Savinho, with the Brazilian having told City he wants to leave this summer.
31 July 2026
City close on Rulli as Trafford replacement takes shape
Manchester City are in advanced talks with Marseille over Geronimo Rulli, with a fee close to being agreed.
31 July 2026