Manchester City have concluded their 2026 summer transfer window with several major squad changes under new head coach Enzo Maresca. The club's incoming business centered on signing Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest for €135 million and Jeremy Monga from Leicester City, while key departures included Bernardo Silva, Manuel Akanji, and Nathan Ake.
This activity follows a season of transition at the Etihad. Pep Guardiola’s ten-year tenure ended after the 2025-26 campaign, a period that concluded with a domestic cup double. Manchester City lifted the FA Cup and Carabao Cup but were pipped to the Premier League title by Arsenal and exited the UEFA Champions League in the round of 16 against Real Madrid. Enzo Maresca, who led Chelsea to the FIFA Club World Cup title in 2025, now takes charge. He inherits a squad that has started the new season strongly, sitting 1st in the Premier League with six points from two wins. The team has scored six goals and conceded two, giving them a +4 goal difference ahead of their next match, a home fixture against Coventry on September 5th.
Elliot Anderson's arrival from Nottingham Forest represents the marquee investment of the window. The €135 million fee underscores the club's commitment to refreshing its midfield options. Jeremy Monga joined from Leicester City to add further attacking depth. Two other signings, Mathys Detourbet and Pierce Charles, were completed with immediate loan moves away from the club, indicating a strategy focused on future development.
The summer saw significant experience depart. Portuguese playmaker Bernardo Silva ended his long association with the club. Defender Manuel Akanji made a permanent transfer to Inter Milan, and Nathan Ake moved to Turkish side Fenerbahçe. These sales mark a clear shift in the defensive unit as Maresca begins to implement his vision.
Despite the squad turnover, Manchester City's on-field form has been perfect. They have won both of their opening Premier League fixtures, securing maximum points. This positive start, with a recent form of WW, provides a solid platform for the new era. The team's current league position and detailed statistics are available on our standings and stats pages. Their next challenge is a home match against Coventry, who are currently 18th in the table.
The transfer window activity occurs against the backdrop of Guardiola's departure. Pep Guardiola said: "Pep Guardiola’s time with the club spanned exactly a decade." His successor, Enzo Maresca, now oversees a team aiming to reclaim the league title. The immediate focus is maintaining their early momentum, with the fixture against Coventry offering a chance to extend their winning run. Fans can follow the team's schedule on our fixtures page. Manchester City's first Premier League match of the 2026-27 season was a victory over Bournemouth.
