Overview
- After finishing third in the Premier League and exiting the Champions League in qualifying playoffs, Manchester City aims to end its rare trophy drought
- The club has invested nearly €117 million in four summer recruits, including goalkeeper Marcus Bettinelli and defender Rayan Aït-Nouri
- French winger Rayan Cherki joined from Lyon for €42 million and is touted as a high-potential playmaker
- Ballon d’Or 2024 winner Rodri returned from a season-long knee injury with a Premier League appearance on May 20
- City opens its Club World Cup against Wydad Casablanca on June 18, followed by matches with Al-Ain on June 22 and Juventus on June 26