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Manchester City release four players including Bernardo Silva and John Stones

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 12:00 PM

Last updated Jun 10, 2026

Manchester City release four players including Bernardo Silva and John Stones

Summary

Manchester City have confirmed the release of four players following the 2025/26 season. Bernardo Silva and John Stones headline the list of senior players leaving the club as their contracts expire on June 30, 2026. Alongside them, youth prospects Ezra Carrington and Ashton Muir will also depart. This marks the end of a noteworthy era at the Etihad Stadium following a decade of success under manager Pep Guardiola. Recruitment efforts are reportedly underway as the club looks to fill the gaps left by these departures ahead of the upcoming season.

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By the Numbers

•Four players officially released by Manchester City after the 2025/26 season.
•Bernardo Silva and John Stones are senior players among those leaving.
•Ezra Carrington and Ashton Muir, youth prospects, are also departing.
•Manchester City is planning recruitment to replace these key figures.
•Pep Guardiola’s departure adds to the significant changes at the club.

Latest Updates

12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Manchester City confirm four-man released players list after 2025/26 season

What they're saying

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Manchester City have finalised their end-of-contract exits following the latest season, clearing significant wage space in the process.The official Premier League registry has formalised the departure...
— Yahoo Sports

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