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Gvardiol signals return to best at left-back for Man City

Josko Gvardiol's season last time out was disrupted by a serious injury but the defender now appears to be returning towards his best by helping Manchester City to an impressive start to the new campaign.

September 19, 2026

Maresca criticises focus on controversial Manchester derby winner

Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca says it is "quite poor" that the controversy surrounding Erling Haaland's winner has overshadowed his side's win at Manchester United.

September 16, 2026

How Maresca is tackling football's impossible job

Enzo Maresca seemingly took on an impossible job in the summer when replacing the legendary Pep Guardiola at Manchester City, but is making it look an easy task in the early stages of his tenure.

September 15, 2026

Fixed v fluid - the opposing approaches of Maresca and Carrick

Enzo Maresca and Michael Carrick will go head to head in Sunday's Manchester derby, with their teams set up very differently.

September 13, 2026

Teams need to adapt to fixture scheduling - Maresca

Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca says teams "need to adapt" to the fixture scheduling as his side head into Sunday's derby with two days extra rest over rivals Manchester United.

September 11, 2026

Bouaddi impresses on first start - have Man City found 'a gem'?

Ayyoub Bouaddi belies his age with a mature Champions League performance on his first Manchester City start to showcase why the club were so intent on signing the 18-year-old.

September 8, 2026

Man City buy costly new midfield - but have they overlooked Haaland cover?

Manchester City have completed a squad overhaul including a fully revamped midfield to the tune of a Premier League record £458m, but that eyewatering number does not tell the full story.

September 2, 2026

Have title contenders done enough in transfer window to challenge Arsenal?

As the transfer window closes for the summer, chief football writer Phil McNulty asks if Arsenal's rivals have done enough to challenge the champions?

September 2, 2026

Deadlines, acrimony and a record as Man City back Maresca for Fernandez deal

The summer's longest-running transfer saga ends with Manchester City paying a joint-British record fee to bring in midfielder Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea.

September 1, 2026

A magician and a maverick - this could be Cherki's moment for Man City

After two goals and a swaggering display against Crystal Palace, Phil McNulty asks if this is Rayan Cherki's time to shine for Manchester City.

August 28, 2026

Cherki v Maresca could be one of stories of the season

Rayan Cherki saved Enzo Maresca from a losing start as Manchester City manager - but will he get the game time he wants?

August 27, 2026

'Up front next week?' Maresca's Guehi gamble pays off

Rather than playing safe in selecting his Manchester City side for the first time in the Premier League, Enzo Maresca made a bold choice in midfield. Ultimately, it paid off.

August 23, 2026

Man City will 'try to find the new Rodri' - Maresca

Manchester City will "try to find the new Rodri" after the Spain captain left the club earlier this week to join La Liga champions Barcelona, says manager Enzo Maresca.

August 22, 2026

A pivotal day for Chelsea, Man City and Fernandez - what's going on?

Chelsea's deadline to Manchester City for an Enzo Fernandez bid is 17:00 BST on Friday - will the deal happen?

August 14, 2026

How Maresca's Man City are shaping up compared with Guardiola side

Enzo Maresca has the difficult task of following Pep Guardiola at Manchester City. BBC Sport analyses the new manager's style and tactics from the pre-season games so far.

August 14, 2026

Foden aims to repay Man City faith in fresh start

Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden is aiming to "repay" the faith shown to him by the club as he looks forward to a "fresh start" under new boss Enzo Maresca.

August 1, 2026

Rodri out for 'short period' after back surgery

Manchester City midfielder Rodri will be sidelined for a "short period of rehabilitation" following back surgery on Monday.

July 28, 2026

How do Manchester City manage the Rodri dilemma?

BBC Sport looks at what City's new-look midfield could be like and whether it is time to cash in on Rodri.

July 25, 2026

Foden signs new four-year Man City contract

Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden signs a new four-year contract with the club, extending his stay until 2030.

July 22, 2026

Defender Gusto considering Chelsea future

Chelsea defender Malo Gusto is exploring his options to leave this summer, with the club placing a £75m price tag on him.

June 24, 2026

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Gvardiol signals return to best at left-back for Man City

Josko Gvardiol still ranks as the second most expensive defender of all time Josko Gvardiol appears to be returning towards his best by helping Manchester City to an impressive start to the new campa

bbc.co.uk•September 20, 2026

Maresca criticises focus on controversial winner

Enzo Maresca was part of Pep Guardiola's coaching staff at Manchester City before returning as manager Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca says it is "quite poor" that the controversy surrounding Er

bbc.co.uk•September 16, 2026

How Maresca is tackling football's impossible job

Enzo Maresca has won all five Premier League and Champions League games in charge of Manchester City this season Enzo Maresca seemingly took on an impossible job in the summer when replacing the lege

bbc.co.uk•September 15, 2026

Fixed v fluid - the opposing approaches of Maresca and Carrick

Enzo Maresca's City will face Michael Carrick's United on Sunday There are many things that Manchester City and Manchester United have in common - but one thing decisively separates them this season.

bbc.co.uk•September 13, 2026

Teams need to adapt to fixture scheduling - Maresca

Enzo Maresca has won all three Premier League games as Manchester City manager this season Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca says teams "need to adapt" to the fixture scheduling as his side head i

bbc.co.uk•September 11, 2026

Bouaddi impresses on first start - have Man City found 'a gem'?

Ayyoub Bouaddi became the fourth-youngest player to start a Champions League match for Manchester City Ayyoub Bouaddi belied his age with a mature Champions League performance on his first Manchester

bbc.co.uk•September 9, 2026

Man City buy costly new midfield - but have they overlooked Haaland cover?

Elliot Anderson (left), Enzo Fernandez (middle) and Ayyoub Bouaddi have cost a combined £327m for Manchester City this summer Manchester City have completed their squad overhaul - including a fully r

bbc.co.uk•September 3, 2026

Have title contenders done enough in transfer window to challenge Arsenal?

Ezri Konsa (right) was Arsenal's last summer signing Arsenal have started the new Premier League season with two wins as the transfer window closes, looking in ominous shape to retain the crown they

bbc.co.uk•September 2, 2026

Deadlines, acrimony and a record as Man City back Maresca for Fernandez deal

Enzo Fernandez becomes the first player in football history to move for more than £100m twice after joining Manchester City Manchester City's desperation to bring in midfielder Enzo Fernandez from Ch

bbc.co.uk•September 2, 2026

A magician and a maverick - this could be Cherki's moment for Man City

Haaland and Cherki fire impressive Man City to victory at Palace Rayan Cherki refuses to hide his emotions, an open book for all to see and hear in times of joy and disappointment. Moments after Man

bbc.co.uk•August 29, 2026

Cherki faces fight for Man City starting spot

Since the start of last season, Rayan Cherki has provided more assists from open play than any other Premier League player Rayan Cherki appeared off the bench against Bournemouth on Sunday and helped

bbc.co.uk•August 27, 2026

'Up front next week?' Maresca's Guehi gamble pays off

Maresca's Man City reign begins with dramatic comeback against Bournemouth Enzo Maresca might have been expected to keep his head down and not make any curious team selections in his first Premier Le

bbc.co.uk•August 23, 2026

Man City will 'try to find the new Rodri' - Maresca

Rodri joined Barcelona from Man City for £65m this summer Manchester City will "try to find the new Rodri" after the Spain captain left the club earlier this week to join La Liga champions Barcelona,

bbc.co.uk•August 23, 2026

A pivotal day for Chelsea, Man City and Fernandez - what's going on?

Enzo Fernandez has had a tumultuous time at Chelsea Could today be the day that decides potentially one of the biggest transfers in history? Chelsea set a deadline of Friday at 17:00 BST for offers

bbc.co.uk•August 14, 2026

How Maresca's Man City are shaping up compared with Guardiola

Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has no easy task following Pep Guardiola's impressive 10-year act. For many, his appointment suggests a continuation in tactical approach. But Maresca, despite c

bbc.co.uk•August 14, 2026

Foden aims to repay Man City faith in fresh start

Phil Foden was the Professional Footballers' Association player of the year in 2024 Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden is aiming to "repay" the faith shown in him by the club as he aims for a "fre

bbc.co.uk•August 1, 2026

Rodri out for 'short period' after back surgery

Rodri joined Manchester City from Atletico Madrid in 2019 Manchester City midfielder Rodri will be sidelined for a "short period of rehabilitation" following back surgery. New manager Enzo Maresca s

bbc.co.uk•July 28, 2026

How do Manchester City manage the Rodri dilemma?

Rodri captained Spain to their World Cup final victory over Argentina Manchester City are in flux. Replacing a manager after 10 years is no easy feat, let alone when there appears to be a squad over

bbc.co.uk•July 25, 2026

Foden signs new four-year Man City contract

Phil Foden scored seven goals and assisted five times in the Premier League last season Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden has signed a new four-year contract which will keep him at the club until

bbc.co.uk•July 22, 2026

Defender Gusto considering Chelsea future

Malo Gusto joined Chelsea from Lyon in 2023 for about £31m Chelsea defender Malo Gusto is exploring options to leave Stamford Bridge this summer, with the club placing a £75m price tag on the full-ba

bbc.co.uk•June 24, 2026