#Premier League
Maresca hails 'very good' changes as late fightback stuns Bournemouth
Enzo Maresca's first home league game ended in a dramatic 2-1 win over Bournemouth, with a late comeback and praise for his substitutes.
24 August 2026
Anderson cramp scare eases as City turn attention to Palace
Elliot Anderson's injury scare against Bournemouth appears to be cramp, easing fears he could miss City's Friday night trip to Crystal Palace.
24 August 2026
City's £86m Bouaddi gamble signals a midfield rebuild with a message
City have agreed a deal worth up to £86m for Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, making the 18-year-old the most expensive teenager in Premier League history as the club rebuilds its...
24 August 2026
Cherki's Late Spark Rescues City's Premier League Opener
Rayan Cherki came off the bench to set up both goals as City edged Bournemouth 2-1 at the Etihad, with Maresca revealing the forward's frustration at being benched.
24 August 2026
Gvardiol's Late Winner Masks City's Defensive Concerns in Maresca's Debut
Gvardiol's injury-time winner gave City a 2-1 opening-day win over Bournemouth in Maresca's first Premier League game, but defensive frailties and a lack of urgency remain...
24 August 2026
Rico Lewis under fire after Bournemouth scare – is it time for a change?
Rico Lewis faced heavy criticism after City's late 2-1 win over Bournemouth, with fans questioning his place in the starting XI after a difficult afternoon at right-back.
23 August 2026
Marmoush Heads to Tottenham in Loan Deal as City Reshape Squad
Omar Marmoush joins Tottenham on loan with a mandatory £50m purchase option, as City finalise a €100m deal for Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi and prepare for Savinho's £85m exit.
23 August 2026
City set to smash transfer record with €100m swoop for Lille's Bouaddi
City have agreed a €100m deal for Lille's Ayyoub Bouaddi, making the 18-year-old the most expensive teenager in football history.
23 August 2026
City get their man: Bouaddi deal agreed ahead of Bournemouth opener
Manchester City have agreed a €100m deal with Lille for Ayyoub Bouaddi, with the 18-year-old midfielder set to join next week ahead of the Bournemouth opener.
23 August 2026
O'Reilly's Midfield Ambition Adds a Twist to City's Rodri Replacement Hunt
Nico O'Reilly says he can play midfield '100 percent' as City search for a Rodri replacement, with Bouaddi close and Fernandez unlikely.
23 August 2026
O'Reilly ready to fill any role for City as midfield options thin out
Nico O'Reilly has told Enzo Maresca he is ready to play anywhere as City's midfield options thin out for the Bournemouth opener.
23 August 2026
Doku Faces Up To Four Games Out As Maresca Confirms Calf Injury
Jeremy Doku is out for 2-3 weeks with a calf injury, ruling him out of up to four matches including the Manchester derby. Matheus Nunes is back in contention.
23 August 2026
Bournemouth test offers City the chance to reset after Wembley disappointment
City open their Premier League campaign against Bournemouth at the Etihad, seeking to bounce back from last weekend's Community Shield defeat to Arsenal.
23 August 2026
Mfuni Set for Premier League Loan as Coventry Move Nears
Stephen Mfuni is set to join Coventry City on loan for the 2026-27 season, stepping up to the Premier League after a promising Championship spell with Watford.
23 August 2026
Maresca's City Need More Than Possession Against Bournemouth
Enzo Maresca's City begin their Premier League campaign against Bournemouth, seeking a first league win after a Community Shield defeat.
23 August 2026
City Open Talks for Palmeiras Winger Allan as Savinho Exit Looms
City have opened talks with Palmeiras for winger Allan, who has agreed personal terms. The move comes as Savinho nears a Tottenham exit.
22 August 2026