Trafford close to Leeds, Newcastle out
James Trafford is heading to Elland Road. Leeds United are in talks with City and the goalkeeper is leaning towards the switch, with Newcastle United stepping aside (3) (6) (7). The deal is gathering pace and Trafford looks set to leave this summer.
City still tracking two Chelsea regulars
Your club have not cooled their interest in two highly-priced Chelsea first-team players, according to an exclusive report (1). No names confirmed yet, but the pursuit signals City intend to spend this window.
Guardiola set to reject Italy and keep his break going
The Italian federation have spoken to Pep Guardiola about the national team job, but he is expected to turn it down and extend his coaching break (2) (5). Carlo Ancelotti was also on the FIGC shortlist. Guardiola is staying away from football for now.
Agbonlahor: Grealish will leave the league
Gabby Agbonlahor believes Jack Grealish will exit the Premier League after his Everton loan spell (4). The former Villa striker made the claim in a radio appearance, though no concrete interest has surfaced yet.
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The Trafford news landed calmly on the City subreddit, most fans see the logic in letting him go with Leeds offering a clear path to first-team football. Elsewhere, a reminder of the academy's absurd output: Chelsea have spent nearly £300m on six former City academy graduates since 2023, which has fans feeling vindicated rather than bitter. Read the thread
