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Guardiola signals targeted squad rebuild following testing season

Guardiola endorses a summer intake of three to four new players in midfield, full-back positions with an emphasis on preserving squad unity

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Overview

  • City secured Champions League qualification with a 2-0 win over Fulham to finish third in the Premier League on 71 points.
  • Guardiola confirmed transfer decisions rest with the club based on his suggestions and foresees three to four additions in weaker areas.
  • Midfield and full-back roles are top priorities for reinforcement, including sourcing a successor to Kevin De Bruyne.
  • Despite a £175 million January outlay, only Omar Marmoush has emerged as a regular contributor from the winter window.
  • The manager highlighted the need to rebuild the squad’s hunger and mentality ahead of June’s FIFA Club World Cup in the USA.