Title race: tonight decides everything
If you don't beat Bournemouth tonight, Arsenal win the league without kicking a ball. That's the reality. A draw or a defeat at the Vitality Stadium, and it's over — Arsenal are champions on Tuesday. The stakes could not be higher. (1)
No margin for error. No second chances. Win, or the title is gone before Arsenal even take the pitch.
Chelsea threaten legal action over Maresca
Chelsea are considering legal steps against City over the Enzo Maresca approach. The Stamford Bridge club are unhappy with how the Italian's abrupt departure derailed their season, potentially costing them European football. (2)
Compensation will be paid regardless, but Chelsea clearly feel they're owed more. Maresca only wanted City — Spurs, Real Madrid, Juventus and Milan all made contact through Jorge Mendes and got nowhere. He was personally endorsed by Pep.
Rooney: less success under Maresca
Wayne Rooney has weighed in, predicting City will be "less successful" if Maresca replaces Pep Guardiola. Bold words, especially given Guardiola himself endorsed the Italian. (4)
How to watch Bournemouth away
Kickoff tonight at the Vitality Stadium. Free live streams available for what is now the single most important match of your season. Win or the league is gone. (3)
La Liga targets on the radar
City have a rich history of plucking gems from La Liga — Aguero, David Silva, Rodri. The club is once again linked with top Spanish talent ahead of the summer window. (5)
Fan-reaktioner
City fans are watching the Chelsea legal threat with a mix of irritation and amusement — the idea of compensation wasn't news, but legal action raises the temperature. Meanwhile, a story about Pep allegedly scrolling X from restaurants around Ancoats Square and possibly running a burner account has supporters genuinely entertained. Read the full thread here.