Overview

• Pep Guardiola has publicly stated he will resign if Manchester City does not reduce its senior squad size before next season.
• The club's roster currently lists 28 senior players, exceeding the Premier League's cap of 25 registered players, plus under-21 exemptions.
• Guardiola emphasized the strain of leaving several players out of matchday squads, describing it as detrimental to team morale and his 'soul.'
• City's winter transfer spree of over €200 million, including high-profile signings like Omar Marmoush, contributed to the roster bloat.
• Kevin De Bruyne's confirmed summer departure marks a key change, but offloading additional players remains challenging due to their high wages.