On May 12th local time, The Telegraph reporter James Ducker analyzed the movements of Man City players this summer. Ake may leave due to age, injuries, and competitive pressure, while Lewis is considered a saleable asset due to his shortcomings in physical confrontation. In the goalkeeper position, Trafford hopes to get stable playing opportunities, and the probability of leaving is also not low. At the same time, Khusainov, Guehi and Nico O'Reilly and other young players are regarded as the core of Man City's future defense.
After Man United established dominance in the Premier League in the past decade, the club has now begun to prepare in advance for the era after Guardiola may leave.
If this Spanish coach really leaves after this season, it will mean that the club enters a new era, and it will also make the already busy summer window present a completely different meaning.
In the past 18 months, Man City has invested £425 million to rebuild the lineup, and Guardiola has also led this team in transition, once again approaching the English "treble." Although it seems now, if they want to win the Premier League title for the 7th time in 10 years, Arsenal still needs to have a major collapse.
Maresca is currently the number one favorite to replace Guardiola, and whoever takes over, the job will not be easy. Club legends Bernardo Silva and John Stones will leave, and the future of midfielder Rodri is also in doubt. Man City currently regards the introduction of a new midfielder as a priority task, and Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson is one of the key targets.
The Telegraph has sorted out the future possibilities of all Man City players.
The following is the first part
Goalkeepers
Donnarumma (Contract until 2030)
The 27-year-old Italian international joined from PSG on the transfer window deadline last summer as a heavyweight replacement for Ederson. Although his footwork is not as good as that calm Espanyol, he is a "big game goalkeeper" and has contributed many key saves.
Conclusion: Stay
Trafford ( Contract until 2030)
The English goalkeeper originally thought he would become the number one goalkeeper after returning to Man City, but Donnarumma's last-minute joining "intercepted" him. He performed very well when he got the chance to play. Man City certainly wants to keep a substitute goalkeeper of this level, but 23-year-old Trafford craves stable playing time, and letting him leave seems like a reasonable choice. Tottenham, Villa and Newcastle are all interested in him.
Conclusion: Sell
Bettinelli ( Contract until 2027)
Joined from Chelsea last summer as the third goalkeeper, replacing the retired Carson. The 33-year-old has not yet played.
Conclusion: Stay
Defenders
Matheus Nunes (2028)
Originally a Portuguese international attacking midfielder, he has now been transformed into a dynamic, extremely mobile right-back, and his offensive ability is now gradually supported by stable defense.
Conclusion: Stay
Lewis ( Contract until 2030)
The player made 44 appearances last season, including 28 in the Premier League, but his presence has明显decrease this season. Although he is only 21 years old, perhaps it is time to leave. He is technically excellent, but sometimes struggles to adapt to the physicality of the Premier League.
Conclusion: Sell
Rúben Dias ( Contract until 2029)
Injuries have limited his appearances since the beginning of the year, but the Portuguese centre-back is still a team leader and important figure. However, the rise of Khusainov and the addition of Guehi do pose a threat to his main position. He just signed a long-term extension last summer.
Conclusion: Stay
Khusainov ( Contract until 2029)
The Uzbekistan defender has been amazing this season. Only 22 years old, he already has everything it takes to become a top centre-back. His speed is extremely impressive, and his game reading ability has also improved significantly. If his English skills continue to improve, he will improve further in the future.
Conclusion: Stay
Stones ( Contract until 2026)
The "best centre-back of this generation in England in a healthy state" will end his 10-year glorious Man City career this summer. The 31-year-old will be missed both on and off the field, but considering that Man City already has Dias, Khusainov, Guehi and Gvardiol, the club does not need to urgently look for a replacement.
Conclusion: Leave
Akanji ( Contract until 2027)
Internationale triggered a mandatory buyout clause for the Swiss defender for 15 million euros (£13 million) after winning the Serie A title. The 30-year-old has already played in 33 of Internationale's 36 league games this season.
Conclusion: Leave
Vitor Reis ( Contract until 2029)
The 20-year-old Brazilian defender has performed well on loan at Girona this season. It remains to be seen whether he will be given the opportunity to compete for a place in Man City's first team next season.
Conclusion: Stay
Guehi ( Contract until 2031)
Since joining from Crystal Palace for £20 million in January this year, the English defender has performed extremely well, which is why his costly mistake against Everton last week, which may affect the Premier League title race, seemed particularly cruel. He should be a fixture in Tuchel's starting lineup for England at the World Cup this summer.
Conclusion: Stay
Gvardiol ( Contract until 2028)
The Croatian defender has been out since breaking his right tibia in early January, but still has a chance to return before the end of the season and will continue to be a key figure in the national team at the World Cup. He is still only 24 years old and is a hugely talented player.
Conclusion: Stay
Ake ( Contract until 2027)
The Dutch defender has always been a valuable, versatile rotation player, and also an excellent figure in the locker room. Injuries and intense competition have limited his opportunities in the past two seasons, and now the 31-year-old may leave this summer.
Conclusion: Sell
O'Reilly ( Contract until 2030)
One of Man City's best players this season, he has almost booked the PFA Young Player of the Year award. The 21-year-old has a bright future and has every chance to become England's main left-back at the World Cup.
Conclusion: Stay
Ait-Nouri ( Contract until 2030)
The Algerian left-back's first season has been disappointing. Injuries, the African Cup of Nations, and the breakout performance of O'Reilly have all limited his playing time. The 24-year-old must fight for a starting position next season.
Conclusion: Stay
Max Alleyne ( Contract until 2030)
Due to injuries to Gvardiol and Dias, the England U21 player was recalled in early January and subsequently made 7 appearances. The 20-year-old may need another season on loan.
Conclusion: Stay (but on loan)