Gary is an experienced football journalist who has written for, among many others, BBC Sport and The Metro, and is now the editor of ReadEverton.com. He leads daily coverage of Everton news, transfers and analysis as part of the dave.sport network. He also writes for ReadManCity.com, ReadMotorsport and ReadNorwich within the same network. When not writing, he enjoys a nice cold pint of Guinness and trips to the cinema ... not always at the same time.
Enzo Maresca believes City’s players are beginning to understand his methods but says the squad will improve further once everyone is available. The City head coach was speaking after his side recorded a 3-1 victory over the K League All-Stars in Seoul, a performance that provided another encouraging step in the club’s pre-season preparations. Playing […]
City wrapped up a 3-1 victory over the K League All-Stars with a composed second-half performance in Seoul, as Enzo Maresca continued to rotate his squad ahead of the new season. Holding a two-goal advantage at the interval, City remained firmly in control after the restart despite a raft of substitutions that gave valuable minutes […]
City lead 3–1 against the K League All-Stars at the break in Seoul, with Tijjani Reijnders at the heart of an entertaining opening 45 minutes. On a muggy evening where sweltering temperatures quickly took their toll on the pace of the game, Enzo Maresca’s side did most of their damage early on, striking three times […]
City’s pre-season preparations continue at midday today as Enzo Maresca takes his side to South Korea for a meeting with the K League All-Stars. It represents another important opportunity for Maresca to assess his squad as City continue adapting to life after Pep Guardiola, with the new manager still looking for his first victory since […]
City’s meeting with Atlético Madrid in Seoul carries greater significance than most pre-season fixtures. While many Premier League clubs have enjoyed four, five or six matches to build fitness, test combinations and settle on a preferred side, City have had a far shorter summer programme. Sunday’s game will only be their third friendly before next […]
Nottingham Forest have held an interest in City midfielder Tijjani Reijnders, according to Fabrizio Romano. Forest boss Oliver Glasner wants to strengthen his midfield before the transfer window closes. The Mail’s Simon Jones reports that City value Reijnders at £55-60m. The Netherlands international is said to be open to leaving the Etihad. Juventus and Galatasaray […]
City have agreed personal terms with Marseille goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli, but a gap in valuation between the two clubs is holding up a formal deal. City have submitted an offer worth around €2m for the 34-year-old, while Marseille are said to be holding out for closer to €3.5m. Despite the £1.5m gap, reports in France […]
Mateo Kovacic has confirmed he will stay at City this season, ending speculation over his future after talks with new head coach Enzo Maresca. The Croatia international had been linked with a return to Italy, with Inter Milan and Juventus both credited with interest as he entered the final year of his contract. That speculation […]
Josko Gvardiol says City “will miss” Bernardo Silva after his move to Real Madrid, while admitting the club’s captaincy situation remains unresolved following his exit. Silva left City as a free agent this summer after nine years at the club, joining Real Madrid on a two-year deal until 2028. He made 460 appearances in all […]
City and Lille appear to be telling two different stories about Ayyoub Bouaddi’s future. All within the space of a single day. TEAMtalk’s Graeme Bailey reported City have taken “a significant step” towards signing the 18-year-old, with personal terms already agreed and Real Madrid’s pursuit of Rodri continuing to run in parallel. That account sits […]
Leeds United’s move for City goalkeeper James Trafford is expected to be confirmed within days, with the final pieces of the puzzle now falling into place. The £40m deal, which has already been agreed in principle, has stalled on Leeds’ side while the club works to move on current number one Lucas Perri. According to […]
Atletico Madrid are considering a move for Jack Grealish, according to reports. The 30-year-old spent last season on loan at Everton, where he registered two goals and six assists in 22 appearances before a broken foot ended his campaign in January. He returned to City training in July. Grealish was left out of City’s pre-season […]
