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Manchester City plans major summer overhaul with five signings targeted

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 2:01 PM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Manchester City plans major summer overhaul with five signings targeted

Summary

Manchester City is aiming to make up to five new signings this summer as they prepare for the 2026-27 season under new manager Enzo Maresca. Elliot Anderson is expected to be the first addition following a record £116M agreement with Nottingham Forest. A second central midfielder, a new attacker, full-back, and goalkeeper are also on the club's shopping list as they reshape the squad after Pep Guardiola's departure. Anderson's arrival highlights the urgent need for fresh talent, with planning in place for additional reinforcements across the pitch.

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By the Numbers

•City targets five signings ahead of the new season.
•Elliot Anderson's transfer is a record £116M from Nottingham Forest.
•A second midfielder is needed as Bernardo Silva departs to Real Madrid.
•Malo Gusto is among the defensive options under consideration.
•New manager Enzo Maresca is leading the recruitment strategy.

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2:01 PMYahoo Sports — Manchester City plotting five summer signings with Elliot Anderson set to lead rebuild

What they're saying

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Man City are targeting up to five new signings ahead of Enzo Maresca’s first season in chargeAnderson is set to be the first arrival, with a second central midfielder also expected to followA new at...
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