Enzo Maresca outlines Manchester City's transfer plans during pre-season in Hong Kong
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 8:00 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Enzo Maresca has confirmed that Manchester City is actively discussing transfer targets ahead of the window's closure. Speaking in Hong Kong before the team's pre-season opener against Inter Milan, Maresca expressed satisfaction with the current squad but anticipates making several additions, including a deal for Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi. City recently made a club-record signing of Elliot Anderson, further fueling speculation about upcoming moves as the team seeks to reinforce several positions. The new City boss is balancing the integration of young players while planning a strategic recruitment strategy amid a quiet transfer month thus far.
- •Maresca confirms discussions on transfer targets before the window closes.
- •City set to make new signings after a quiet transfer month.
- •Deal for Lille's Ayyoub Bouaddi is a priority for the club.
- •Recent signing of Elliot Anderson marks a record acquisition.
- •Maresca satisfied with young players currently in pre-season.
- 8:00 AMYahoo Sports — Enzo Maresca confirms Manchester City transfer plans after record Elliot Anderson deal
"Maresca says Man City are in discussion with Viana & the club over transfer targetsNew Man City boss says he is “very satisfied” with the players he has in Hong Kong for pre-seasonEnzo Maresca has...
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