Manchester City is experiencing one of the most challenging moments of the Guardiola era. After being eliminated from the Champions League and being fourth in the Premier, far from the lead, the English club is planning a deep revolution in its squad. The recent 0-2 defeat against Liverpool has been the latest blow that has highlighted the need for significant changes.
Pep Guardiola believes that the cycle of some players has come to an end and it is time to renew the team to compete again at the highest European level. This restructuring will not be minor and will directly affect the European market. City, known for its economic power, will seek both to offload historic figures and to incorporate new players to refresh the squad.
Several important names are expected to leave the club, which will open opportunities for other European teams that will be alert to possible departures. At the same time, City aims for high-level signings that fit into the new project Guardiola has in mind.
The Stars Who Will Leave Manchester City
Among the most notable expected moves, some heavyweights in the citizen locker room could say goodbye. Historic players like Kevin De Bruyne, Bernardo Silva, and Jack Grealish are on the list of possible departures if nothing unexpected happens. Kevin De Bruyne, a pillar of the team for almost a decade, has suffered physical problems this season and it seems his time in Manchester has come to an end.
Meanwhile, Bernardo Silva could finally leave the Etihad this summer. Grealish, on the other hand, has not managed to consolidate as expected after his record signing and could also be on the way out. Guardiola wants to build a new project led by young talents like Phil Foden and Erling Haaland, in addition to new signings like Omar Marmoush.
The Two Untouchables Guardiola Wants for His Manchester
In this regard, Manchester City has set its sights on two key players from Barça. According to 'El Nacional.cat', the English club is interested in signing Raphinha and Pau Cubarsí this summer.
However, the blaugrana club is not willing to negotiate for either player. Both Raphinha and Pau Cubarsí are considered essential pieces in the future culé project and the management has made it clear that they do not want to hear about possible transfers. Although Manchester City has unlimited financial resources, Barça remains firm in retaining its stars, aware that they are key to long-term success.