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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City face decision on Charles as QPR eye loan move
Manchester City are closing in on a deal to re-sign Pierce Charles from Sheffield Wednesday, but face a decision on whether to loan him to QPR or keep him as cover.
8 July 2026
City circle Arsenal schoolboy Nduka as midfield rebuild looms
City are targeting Arsenal schoolboy Mishel Nduka after his contract expired, with the 16-year-old seen as a potential replacement for expected midfield departures.
8 July 2026 Nyland free transfer link puts Man City keeper plan on standby
City are reportedly tracking free-agent goalkeeper Orjan Nyland as Enzo Maresca considers his options with James Trafford's future uncertain.
8 July 2026
City face Gusto hurdle as Chelsea demand £75m
Manchester City admire Malo Gusto but Chelsea's £75m asking price is likely to force them to look elsewhere in the transfer market.
8 July 2026 Nine clubs circle City teenager Xavier Parker as contract standoff continues
Manchester City face a battle to keep hold of academy midfielder Xavier Parker, with nine clubs holding talks with the 16-year-old's representatives amid a contract standoff.
8 July 2026
Rico Lewis could be on his way out as Nottingham Forest circle
Rico Lewis could leave Manchester City this summer with Nottingham Forest monitoring his situation closely after limited game time last season.
8 July 2026 Marmoush's World Cup Dream Ends as Argentina Break Egyptian Hearts
Omar Marmoush's World Cup dream with Egypt ends in heartbreaking fashion as Argentina mount a stunning late comeback to win 3-2 in Atlanta.
8 July 2026
Max Alleyne set for another loan move as City plan next step for young defender
Max Alleyne is expected to go out on loan again for the 2026-27 season, with Championship clubs keen and City planning his next move carefully.
8 July 2026 Kovacic Expected to Depart City This Summer
Mateo Kovacic is expected to leave Manchester City this summer, with reports suggesting the club have told him he is free to find a new club.
7 July 2026
Maresca's first City pre-season: Inter, Atletico and a trip to Hong Kong
Enzo Maresca's first pre-season as Manchester City manager includes fixtures against Inter Milan, a K-League All-Stars XI and Atletico Madrid on an Asia tour.
7 July 2026
Heaven Kilwa: Manchester City Poach Highly-Rated Aston Villa Teenager
Manchester City are set to sign Aston Villa youngster Heaven Kilwa after he rejected a scholarship deal at Villa Park, landing another highly-rated academy prospect.
7 July 2026
It's Bullshit Season: Mourinho gives green light for Haaland to Real Madrid
Jose Mourinho has reportedly given the green light for Real Madrid to pursue Erling Haaland, but only if Vinicius Junior leaves the Bernabeu first.
7 July 2026 Kovacic tipped for City exit as midfield reshuffle continues
Mateo Kovacic reportedly faces an uncertain future at Manchester City this summer as the club continues reshaping its midfield ahead of the new season.
7 July 2026 City plot loan move for promising defender Max Alleyne
City plan to send centre-back Max Alleyne out on loan for the 2026/27 season after his promising breakthrough last term.
7 July 2026
First real images of Man City's 2026/27 away shirt emerge online
Leaked images show City's 2026/27 away shirt with a black base and embossed worker bee pattern, paying homage to Manchester's heritage.
7 July 2026
Everton eye Rico Lewis as Manchester City right-back considers exit
Rico Lewis could leave Manchester City this summer after a frustrating season, with Everton reportedly interested in the 21-year-old right-back.
7 July 2026