Manchester City are out of the market for a right-back, with the team happy with their current options. According to a report by Simon Bajkowski for the Manchester Evening News, City are no longer in the market for a right-back, despite initial transfer window speculation. The team's first-choice right-back, Matheus Nunes, has established himself as one of the top players in the position in the Premier League.
What happened?
Manchester City have decided not to pursue a right-back signing this summer, with the team happy with their current options. The decision comes after a report emerged that City were no longer in the market for a right-back.
Why it matters for Manchester City
The decision not to pursue a right-back signing is a significant one for Manchester City, who have been linked with several players in the position this summer. However, with the team happy with their current options, it seems that City have decided to focus on other areas of the pitch.
What comes next?
Manchester City's next fixture is against Manchester United on September 13, 2026. The team will be looking to bounce back from their recent loss to Aston Villa, and will be hoping to get back to winning ways.
League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 2nd in Premier League, 78 pts, 23W-9D-6L from 38 games, recent form LDWWD. Goals this season: 77 scored, 35 conceded (+42 goal difference). Title race: 7 points behind leaders Arsenal. Last result: Manchester City 1-2 Aston Villa (2026-05-24). Recent form (last 5): 1W-2D-2L (LLDDW, most recent first); lost the last 2. Next fixture: vs Manchester United (away, 2026-09-13) (3rd in the table). Currently sidelined: Rodri.
