Divine Mukasa lacks playing time during Manchester City's preseason tour
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 7:50 AM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Divine Mukasa has not played in Manchester City's preseason friendlies against Inter Milan and the K-League All-Stars. Manager Enzo Maresca explained that the large squad size limited opportunities for some players, including Mukasa. Despite not featuring in matches, Mukasa is training well and recently signed a contract extension until 2030. Looking ahead, a loan move for the 2026-27 season is likely to help his development.
- •Divine Mukasa has not yet played in any preseason matches.
- •Enzo Maresca cited squad size as limiting Mukasa's opportunities.
- •Mukasa signed a contract extension until 2030 this summer.
- •A loan move for further development is anticipated for next season.
- •Several young players have impressed during the preseason.
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