Manchester City renovates squad with heavy spending under Enzo Maresca
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 4:45 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026
Manchester City has overhauled its roster with over $1 billion in transfer expenditure since January 2025. Following the departures of several key players from the 2023 Champions League-winning squad, the club recently finalized the signing of Enzo Fernandez for £125 million. Manager Enzo Maresca faces the pressure of replacing Pep Guardiola while integrating a high volume of new talent. Recent arrivals include Elliot Anderson, Ayyoub Bouaddi, and Iliman Ndiaye. Despite recent squad turnover, the team remains a focal point in the Premier League title race alongside Mikel Arteta's Arsenal side.
- •Manchester City spent over $1 billion on transfers since January 2025.
- •Enzo Fernandez joined the club for a record-equalling £125 million fee.
- •Elliot Anderson arrived from Nottingham Forest for a club-record £116 million.
- •Many starters from the 2023 Champions League final have departed the club.
- •Enzo Maresca is managing a significantly changed squad that retains Erling Haaland.
- 12:40 AMYahoo Sports — €1 billion in 18 months: Enzo Fernandez deal means Enzo Maresca has no excuses in first Man City season
"Enzo Fernandez gave his first interview as Manchester City player since joining from Chelsea on deadline day. Pictures courtesy of City Studios.
"Manchester City face the huge challenge of life after Pep Guardiola, but have backed his predecessor handsomely in the transfer market.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 2, 2026, 12:40 AM€1 billion in 18 months: Enzo Fernandez deal means Enzo Maresca has no excuses in first Man City season
Manchester City face the huge challenge of life after Pep Guardiola, but have backed his predecessor handsomely in the transfer market.
- Sky Sports—'We're going to win lots together' | Enzo gives first interview since joining Man City.
Enzo Fernandez gave his first interview as Manchester City player since joining from Chelsea on deadline day. Pictures courtesy of City Studios.
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