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.
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Galatasaray waiting on City green light before making Reijnders move
Galatasaray have made Tijjani Reijnders their primary summer target but are waiting for Manchester City to indicate he is available before opening formal talks.
15 July 2026
Liverpool eyeing Bouaddi hijack if they shift a midfielder first
Liverpool could rival Manchester City for Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, but only if they sell a midfielder first, according to David Ornstein.
15 July 2026 City talking points: Kone talks, Bouaddi push, and a Trincão exit
City have held talks over Manu Kone, are pushing for Ayyoub Bouaddi, and Francisco Trincão appears set to leave this summer amid Rodri contract uncertainty.
15 July 2026
Rodri's World Cup masterclass shows why City must secure his future
Rodri's dominant World Cup semi-final display for Spain against France highlights why Manchester City must extend his contract before it expires in 12 months.
15 July 2026 Spanish media lavish praise on Rodri after World Cup semi-final masterclass
Rodri has been heavily praised by Spanish media after anchoring Spain's 2-0 World Cup semi-final win over France with an all-action display.
15 July 2026
Manchester City face €100m price tag for Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi
Manchester City are pushing hard to sign Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, but face paying €100 million (£85 million) for the 18-year-old Moroccan.
15 July 2026
Everton weighing up Jack Grealish return but fitness concerns remain
Everton are interested in bringing Jack Grealish back on loan but have concerns over his fitness and the financial terms, with the winger entering the final year of his City...
14 July 2026
Rodri and Cherki set for World Cup semi-final showdown
Manchester City teammates Rodri and Rayan Cherki face off as Spain take on France in the World Cup semi-finals, with a place in Sunday's final on the line.
14 July 2026
Trincão holding out for City as Al Ahli agree Sporting deal
Francisco Trincão is delaying a move to Al Ahli as he waits for Manchester City or Tottenham to formalise their interest, despite Sporting agreeing a £37.
14 July 2026 Rodri contract talks could shape City's summer window
Manchester City are set for decisive talks with Rodri that could shape their summer transfer plans, with the midfielder's future under discussion.
14 July 2026 John Stones Offered to Serie A Sides as Free Agent Search Continues
John Stones is a free agent after leaving Manchester City, with Inter Milan, Juventus and several English clubs interested despite injury concerns and high wage demands.
14 July 2026
Why City have cooled their interest in Malo Gusto
Manchester City have cooled their interest in Chelsea's Malo Gusto, with the £75 million asking price proving too steep despite Enzo Maresca's previous relationship with the...
14 July 2026
City push hard for Lille midfield prodigy Bouaddi
Manchester City are pushing hard to sign Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, with the 18-year-old expected to decide his future imminently.
14 July 2026 Man City Switch Stance on Bouaddi as United Circle
Manchester City have changed their stance on Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, now wanting him in Enzo Maresca's first-team squad this season rather than a loan back.
14 July 2026
City favourites to land World Cup starlet Ayyoub Bouaddi
Manchester City are the clear bookmakers' favourites to sign Lille and Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, with a potential loan-back deal on the cards.
14 July 2026
Claudio Echeverri back in City colours ahead of Tuesday's showcase game
Claudio Echeverri has returned to Manchester City action and is set to feature in Tuesday's showcase game as clubs from the Championship and Europe scout available talent.
14 July 2026