Manchester City s lineup next season: Galish may leave the team, Reindes is the midfield target

June 1: Manchester City is about to usher in a busy summer. While seeking new players, Guardiola will also streamline the lineup to avoid marginalizing the veteran. Chairman Kardun Al Mubarak said he hopes most of the transfers can be completed before the Club World Cup which begins in a few weeks. The Manchester Evening News has reviewed the possible changes in the lineup of Manchester City positions next season.

Goalkeeper

This is undoubtedly a position where Manchester City has sufficient reserves. Currently, Stefan Ortega signed a new contract earlier this summer and will seek the No. 1 goalkeeper after being ordered to perform well last season and his value has risen.

This position may change completely, or the status quo may be maintained. Like a year ago, it will often depend on Ederson's situation. Even though Ortega signed a new contract last summer, Ederson has cemented his position as No. 1 goalkeeper. However, this one has only 12 months left in his contract. If Manchester City wants to cash out the goalkeeper, then it is the time.

If the sale is approved, there will be a replacement, and Porto's Diogo Costa is a target. Whether Ederson stays or not, Ortega may leave the team because some Bundesliga teams are interested in it; and Scott Carson's contract will expire this summer.

Defender

Manchester City's multiple defenders are absent this season, and the team hopes that Stones and Aker can maintain better health in the future. If Guardiola thinks they are too injured to be part of the streamlined roster, both of them could be a big-time player.

Ruben Dias and Gvadior are the backbone of the defense, while Husanov and Rez, who joined in January, will compete. Akanji offers a versatile substitute, while Lewis hopes to get a more regular appearance.

But the team will sign at least one fullback, and are currently rumored to have an affair with Wolves' Ait Nuri, while Juventus' Cambiaso is a long-term goal. Kyle Walker will almost certainly leave the team, even if AC Milan does not execute the buyout option on him. Nunes' future is pending after playing for a season's unfamiliar right-back position, and O'Reilly may return to his familiar midfield position after a cameo appearance as a left-back.

Carden Bracewayt and Simpson Pusey both have first-team appearances this season, and are the most promising among the youth training options.

Midfielder

Rodri is back and will become the cornerstone of Manchester City's team building. Rodri's absence in 2024-25 has a huge impact and his return is a major boost, although it may take him a while to get back to his peak form.

Following joining from Porto in January, Gonzalez may become his new partner, and Kovaci has proven himself a competent rotation option.

De Bruyne is about to leave the team, so the team hopes that Foden can rebound from the downturn and win a stable No. 10 position for himself, and Marmush may also be interested in this position. Echeviri is an unknown factor, and although there have been several substitutes, the teenager is likely to be rented out.

Manchester City will add manpower in the midfield, and AC Milan star Reindes is the main target of the No. 8 position. He is worth about £55 million, but he has impressed people in Serie A. Manchester City are also interested in Nottingham Forest's Gibbs White, who can play multiple positions.

B seat is rumored to be out of the team again, but it is also very likely to stay and provide stability; while Gundogan has triggered a 12-month contract renewal option, but he may still be sold depending on the signing situation.

Nunes' future at Manchester City midfielder is unimaginable, and the team will seek to sell Phillips after returning from loan from Ipswich Town.

Mccarty seemed destined to leave the team after being abandoned by Guardiola in the final weeks of the season. O'Reilly hopes to get more midfield playing time next season.

Winner

Glalish is the biggest topic at the moment, and his future is almost certainly not in Etihad. The specific whereabouts are still unknown, his high salary is a barrier, and his value is far lower than the £100 million paid by Manchester City for him.

Galish's appearance pick has declined, far behind Doku and Savignho, while Malmush also gained more playing time on the left. Foden will also be the focus of transfer rumors, and B seats can be used as a replacement.

Bob is somewhat forgotten, but he performed well in Manchester City's US tour last summer and may make a major breakthrough next season; at the same time, Manchester City is also paying attention to Lyon player Cherki.

forward

Haaland signed a huge contract renewal this season and will continue to lead the front line.

Malmush has demonstrated its ability since joining in January, providing support in the middle or as an option on the left or 10 position.

Divin Mubama scored a lot of goals in the youth training echelon, and with the constant transfer rumors, he may get a chance to show himself in the Club World Cup.