Manchester City returns from Asia, prepares for FA Community Shield

Manchester City has finished its preseason tour of Asia and is back in Manchester. The squad, now including players returning from World Cup participation, will begin preparations for the FA Community Shield against Arsenal this weekend. The tour provided manager Enzo Maresca with a closer look at his options, as potential transfer activity increases ahead of the window closing on September 1. The club has made four signings this summer and is reportedly close to adding Gerónimo Rulli and Ayyoub Bouaddi. Meanwhile, players including Rodri and Tijjani Reijnders are linked with departures, potentially impacting City’s roster.

• 5:40 AMYahoo Sports — Business should pick up now that Manchester City have completed their preseason tour of Asia