Confirmed Signings
Manchester City bolstered their squad with 17 new additions in the 2026 summer window, including £116m midfielder Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest and £21.4m left winger Mathys Detourbet from Troyes. Goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli joined on an undisclosed fee from Marseille, while £3m goalkeeper Pierce Charles and £10m left winger Jeremy Monga completed the defensive and attacking reinforcements.
Key Departures
The club parted ways with 23 players, including £65.4m sale of midfielder Rodri to Barcelona and £40m transfer of goalkeeper James Trafford to Leeds United. Defender John Stones was released, while £13m exit for Manuel Akanji to Inter Milan and £7m sale of Nathan Ake to Fenerbahce highlighted the transfer activity. Notable loans included £8m Reigan Heskey to Koln and goalkeeper Spike Brits to Sutton United.
Financial Overview
City’s net spend for the window was £39.75m, with total spending of £150.4m and income of £190.15m. The club’s financial strategy balanced high-profile signings with strategic loans and sales, reflecting their long-term planning under Enzo Maresca.
