No armband for Haaland
Enzo Maresca has made his first big captaincy call. Erling Haaland will not wear the armband, and Maresca explained why plainly: "We're going to have a problem" (1). The new City boss has a particular profile in mind and Haaland does not fit it. No drama, just a manager drawing a line early in his tenure.
Rodri to Barcelona gathers pace
Barcelona are optimistic about signing Rodri. Negotiations are underway, with multiple outlets confirming the Catalan club's pursuit (2) (5) (6). City, meanwhile, are reportedly in a hurry to sell (3) (4). The reason: Maresca wants Enzo Fernández as his replacement in midfield (3) (4).
Savinho to Spurs, terms agreed
Savinho is expected to leave for Tottenham this summer. The Brazilian winger has agreed personal terms with Spurs and a move from Manchester to London now looks likely (7). His frustration over limited minutes last season has been no secret, and Roberto de Zerbi's side are the destination.
City beat Arsenal to Leicester teenager Monga
Manchester City have overtaken Arsenal to secure Leicester City teenager Jeremy Monga's signature (8). The highly rated youngster brings another injection of academy talent into the club, with the senior squad navigating a window of significant turnover.
Fan reactions
The Enzo Fernández links have split opinion. The £120m asking price is the sticking point across Chelsea and City forums, with many seeing it as steep for a player Chelsea would be content to keep. Kalvin Phillips' loan to Sheffield United drew a quieter, but knowing, response from City supporters, another chapter in a move that never worked out.
