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Manchester City assesses young centre-backs during preseason camp

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 5:25 AM

Last updated Jul 21, 2026

Manchester City assesses young centre-backs during preseason camp

Summary

Manchester City is evaluating young centre-backs Vitor Reis, Max Alleyne, and Stephen Mfuni as they prepare for the upcoming season. With John Stones and Nathan Ake leaving the club, there is competition for the fifth centre-back position. Reis, a loan returnee from Girona, is seen as a frontrunner due to his recent success. Alleyne has shown promise but needs to improve following recent performances, while Mfuni, coming off a loan at Watford, aims to showcase his potential after an injury setback. Their performances this summer will determine their roles for the next season.

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By the Numbers

•Vitor Reis is a loan returnee from Girona
•Max Alleyne impressed last season but needs consistency
•Stephen Mfuni is recovering from injury and aims to impress
•Competition for fifth centre-back role is heating up
•Preseason camp provides opportunity for all three players

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What they're saying

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With John Stones and Nathan Ake having both departed Manchester City, it seems obvious who Enzo Maresca’s first-choice centre-backs will be. Ruben Dias, Abdukodir Khusanov, Marc Guehi and Josko Gvar...
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