Manchester City, one of the most successful clubs in the Premier League, has had a busy transfer window this summer. With big names leaving and fresh talent arriving, Pep Guardiola is reshaping his squad to stay on top both in England and Europe. Here’s a full, simple breakdown of all the confirmed ins and outs at Manchester City so far.
Players Signed (Transfers In)
| No. | Player | Position | From | Fee | Contract Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rayan Aït‑Nouri | Left-back | Wolves | £36.3 million | 5 years |
| 2 | Marcus Bettinelli | Goalkeeper | Chelsea | Undisclosed | 1 year |
| 3 | Rayan Cherki | Winger / Attacking Midfielder | Lyon | £34 million | 5 years |
| 4 | Tijjani Reijnders | Midfielder | AC Milan | £46.3 million | 5 years |
Players Who Left (Transfers Out)
| No. | Player | Position | To | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin De Bruyne | Midfielder | Napoli | Free transfer |
| 2 | Kyle Walker | Right-back | Burnley | £5 million |
| 3 | Jacob Wright | Midfielder (Young) | Norwich City | £2.3 million |
| 4 | Yan Couto | Right-back | Borussia Dortmund | £25 million |
Loan Deals (Young Players Sent Out)
- Divin Mubama → Stoke City
- Finley Burns → Reading
- Juma Bah → Nice
- Oliver Whatmuff → Rochdale
These loans are to help young players get experience playing regular football. Possible
Moves and Transfer Rumours
- James McAtee: According to reports, he could join Eintracht Frankfurt for a fee of around £20-25 million. Seeking more regular playing time, he may depart in the coming weeks.
- Tino Livramento: Of Newcastle is being considered to replace Kyle Walker. He’s young, fast, and good on the ball, fitting City’s style.
- Jack Grealish: Could also be on his way out. After struggling for game time and form last season, clubs like Tottenham, Napoli, and AC Milan have shown interest.
What This Means for Manchester City
This summer marks the end of an era with legends like De Bruyne and Walker leaving. But City has reacted fast by bringing in young, talented players who can grow into key roles. Reijnders and Cherki bring fresh creativity to the midfield and attack, while Aït-Nouri adds speed and energy to the defense. Pep Guardiola seems to be building a squad for both now and the future.
Conclusion
Manchester City’s 2025 summer transfer window has been about change, renewal, and future planning. They’ve said goodbye to old stars and welcomed fresh talent. With new signings and more deals possibly coming before the window closes, City look ready to compete again on all fronts.
Written by Kinjal Walantra
