Manchester City considers moving Nico O'Reilly to midfield this season

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Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Manchester City considers moving Nico O'Reilly to midfield this season
Summary

With the summer transfer window closing soon, Manchester City is evaluating its midfield options after the departures of Bernardo Silva and Rodri. Nico O'Reilly, who has been a key player at left-back, is likely to be shifted into midfield to address the team's current shortage in that area. This maneuver could enhance City's physical presence and technical ability in the midfield, especially for their opening match against Bournemouth on Sunday. However, the possibility of new signings before the match remains uncertain.

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  • Bernardo Silva and Rodri have left Manchester City this summer.
  • Nico O'Reilly may move from left-back to midfield.
  • City has upcoming matches against Bournemouth and needs immediate solutions.
  • Josko Gvardiol and Rayan Ait-Nouri can cover O'Reilly's left-back position.
  • New midfield signings may not arrive in time for the match.
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  • 6:00 AMYahoo SportsA positional shift is likely on the cards for a Manchester City full-back
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With two weeks remaining in the summer transfer window, the makeup of the Manchester City midfield is far from certain. So far, Bernardo Silva and Rodri have left the club. Tijjani Reijnders is set to...

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