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Txiki Begiristain Leaves Man City After 13 Trophy-Laden Years

Txiki Begiristain (Manchester City)
July 2025

Manchester City have officially parted ways with director of football Txiki Begiristain, ending a 13-year era in which the club secured 21 major trophies under his guidance. Begiristain, who helped bring in Pep Guardiola, announced his departure in October 2024, with Hugo Viana of Sporting CP stepping in. City will release a feature film titled A Farewell to Txiki this September to honour his legacy.

Man City Weigh Loan for Vitor Reis to Girona

Vitor Reis (Manchester City)
July 2025

Manchester City are considering loaning 19-year-old centre-back Vitor Reis to Girona, with several clubs showing interest. The Brazilian joined City from Palmeiras in January for £29.6m.
Reis has only made four appearances since joining and is expected to go out on loan for development. Girona, under the City Football Group umbrella, are leading the race for the defender.

James Trafford Returns to Manchester City

James Trafford (Manchester City)
July 2025

Manchester City have re-signed 21-year-old goalkeeper James Trafford from Burnley on a five-year deal with an optional sixth year. He will now compete with Ederson for the starting role at the Etihad.
Trafford said returning to City had always been his dream after joining the club at 12. City’s director of football praised his attributes and said he’s among the most promising young keepers in English football.

Forest’s £25m McAtee Bid Rejected by City

James McAtee (Manchester City)
July 2025

Nottingham Forest had a £25m bid for James McAtee rejected by Manchester City. The 21-year-old midfielder is in the final year of his contract and is attracting interest from top European clubs.
City consider McAtee more valuable, especially after signing Rayan Cherki (Lyon), who will compete for the same role. McAtee’s camp has also held talks in Germany, with Frankfurt and Dortmund monitoring closely.

Manchester City Hijack Newcastle’s Trafford Deal

James Trafford (Burnley F.C.)
July 2025

Manchester City will re-sign James Trafford from Burnley after triggering their matching clause, nullifying Newcastle’s agreement. The fee is £27m, thanks to a sell-on discount.
Trafford, 22, left City for £14m in 2023. He’ll now compete with Ederson for the no.1 role under Guardiola. A five-year deal plus one-year option is agreed. Trafford has permission for a medical and rejoins City as a long-term investment.

Man City Want Ederson to Stay Amid Exit Talk

Ederson (Manchester City)
July 2025

Manchester City want to keep Ederson despite reported Galatasaray interest. The Turkish club are reportedly confident of a deal and have verbally agreed terms with the keeper’s agent, though no official approach has been made.
Ederson denied exit rumours, saying he’s focused on winning more titles with City. Guardiola won’t block exits, but the decision lies with Ederson, who currently says his “head is here.” City won’t entertain a move unless he pushes for one.

Manchester City Want to Re-Sign James Trafford from Burnley

James Trafford (Burnley)
July 2025

Manchester City are in talks with Burnley to re-sign goalkeeper James Trafford, aiming to negotiate below their £40m buy-back clause. Trafford originally joined Burnley in 2023 and is now being pursued by multiple clubs.
With City showing renewed interest, Burnley would need a replacement if Trafford departs. City’s Stefan Ortega is among the names Burnley are evaluating. Newcastle have also previously shown interest in Trafford.

Man City Sell Perrone to Como with Sell-On Clause Included

Maximo Perrone (Manchester City > Como)
July 2025

Manchester City have sold 22-year-old midfielder Maximo Perrone to Como for a deal worth up to £13m. The agreement includes a 30% sell-on clause as part of City’s future profit protection.
Perrone joined City from Velez in 2023 and made one Premier League appearance before two loan spells at Las Palmas and Como. Como have now secured him permanently following a successful loan stint last season.

Man City Confirm Sverre Nypan Signing from Rosenborg

Sverre Nypan (Rosenborg > Manchester City)
July 2025

Manchester City have officially signed 18-year-old Sverre Nypan from Rosenborg for £12.5m, marking the Norwegian club’s record sale. He has penned a five-year deal and is seen as a long-term prospect for the Premier League champions.
City are likely to loan Nypan out this summer, but if no deal is found in time, he will train with the first team under Pep Guardiola. The midfielder joins as part of City’s future talent strategy.

McAtee Available for £25m as Interest Builds

James McAtee (Manchester City)
July 2025

Manchester City are open to selling James McAtee this summer for a fee between £20m and £25m. The England U21 captain is attracting interest from Premier League, Bundesliga, and Serie A clubs.
Atalanta are among those closely monitoring McAtee’s situation. With limited first-team opportunities at City, the midfielder could seek a move where regular playing time and development are more likely this season.

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