Guardiola says no to Beckham's Miami
Pep Guardiola has turned down an offer from David Beckham to take over at Inter Miami, according to reports in Brazil (1). He's opting for a sabbatical instead of jumping straight back into management after leaving City.
Beckham had reportedly wanted Guardiola to reunite with Lionel Messi in MLS, with Javier Mascherano currently in the Miami hot seat. For City fans, it keeps the door slightly ajar, a sabbatical means a potential return isn't off the table, even if it's not imminent.
Rodri puts future on hold until after World Cup
Rodri says he won't address his future until after the World Cup, amid growing links to Real Madrid (2). The Ballon d'Or winner is out of contract in 2027 and City are reportedly not meeting his wage demands for an extension.
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"I will wait until after the World Cup to address my future," Rodri said. That's a long, uncomfortable wait for fans.
Tottenham open talks for Savinho
Spurs have opened negotiations with City over Brazilian winger Savinho (3). The 22-year-old is a player City would likely want to keep, but Tottenham are pushing, with Roberto De Zerbi reportedly keen. No fee mentioned yet, but this one is moving.
Kalvin Phillips exit finally on the cards
City could finally offload Kalvin Phillips this summer (7). The midfielder never found his feet under Guardiola, and with his contract winding down, the club are open to offers. It's been a long time coming.
United circling City academy star David Eze
Manchester United are plotting a move for highly-rated City academy midfielder David Eze, with multiple reports confirming their interest (6) (8). Scouts from across Europe have been tracking the youngster, and losing a top prospect to the neighbours would sting.
Cucurella links shot down, Ake targeted by Fenerbahçe
City are not interested in signing Marc Cucurella from Chelsea despite reports linking the left-back with a reunion under potential new manager Enzo Maresca (4). Meanwhile, Fenerbahçe presidential candidate Aziz Yıldırım has started talks with Nathan Ake over a summer move (9). That's another defensive name to watch.
PSG join race for Bournemouth target
PSG have entered the race for a Bournemouth star also on City's radar (5). No name disclosed, but it signals another summer battle in the market.
Fan reactions
The Rodri contract standoff is dominating the discussion, with fans buzzing after Fabrizio Romano reported the midfielder wants improved terms before considering an extension. Elsewhere, supporters are debating whether Chelsea full-backs Cucurella and Gusto would be smart pickups if Maresca takes over, and there's already summer wishlist chatter about who City need to win the Champions League again.
