How has Manchester City's 2026 summer transfer window panned out?
What's the story
Manchester City are continuing their busy approach in the ongoing 2026 summer transfer window. Winger Jeremy Doku has signed a new contract with the club, extending his stay at the Etihad Stadium until 2031, as per BBC Sport. The Belgian international joined City from Rennes for £55.4 million in 2023. Last season, Doku made 48 appearances and scored eight goals, helping City win both the FA Cup and Carabao Cup. Meanwhile, here is the complete scenario of City's transfer window.
Contract renewals
Doku becomes 4th City player to sign contract extension
Doku is the fourth Manchester City player to sign a contract extension this summer.
He joins midfielder Phil Foden and defenders Josko Gvardiol and Abdukodir Khusanov in committing his future to the club.
The official announcement of Doku's new deal is expected next week, further solidifying City's strong squad for the upcoming season.
Player retention
Midfielder Nico Gonzalez keen to stay at City
Midfielder Nico Gonzalez, who joined City from Porto for £50 million last January, has also expressed his desire to stay at the club.
Despite struggling for a regular first-team place, Gonzalez has been a valuable asset with his performances in both friendly matches this pre-season.
He scored a stunning winner in last season's FA Cup semi-final victory over Southampton and played 41 times across competitions last season.
Transfer strategy
City's transfer activity so far this summer (incomings)
As of early August, Manchester City have only signed one senior player, Elliot Anderson, for a club-record £116 million from Nottingham Forest.
The 23-year-old is expected to replace Bernardo Silva, who left at the end of his contract for Real Madrid.
Teenage winger Jeremy Monga joined from Leicester City for £10m.
Goalkeeper Pierce Charles, who arrived for £3m and winger Mathys Detourbet have both gone on loan after joining City.
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Which players have left?
James Trafford left City after rejoining last summer. He has completed his medical ahead of a move to Leeds United. Defender Nathan Ake joined Fenerbahce for £8.5m. John Stones and Silva left the club as free agents.
Transfer calm
Enzo Maresca's thoughts on City's transfer situation
New boss Enzo Maresca has admitted that they need to do something about transfers, but senior City sources remain relaxed about the situation, as per BBC Sport.
They have full trust in their transfer strategy despite not being as active as they would have liked.
The squad is considered young and exciting, with Brazilian Vitor Reis returning after a season-long loan at Girona and expected to be part of the first team.
Rodri
Rodri has opened doors to Barcelona
FC Barcelona are the favorites to land City midfielder Rodri this summer.
Barcelona have already held talks with the player's camp about a potential deal.
The 30-year-old Spanish international is said to prefer a move to Camp Nou.
As per Fabrizio Romano, Rodri has opened doors to Barcelona, informing about his willingness to negotiate contract terms.
Notably, the club remains careful until Rodri's final decision is communicated to City.
Real
Real Madrid had initiated Rodri talks with Manchester City
On July 29, it was reported that Real had officially started negotiations with City for the transfer of midfielder Rodri.
The Spanish giants made their first approach for the 30-year-old, marking a major development in what has been a long-standing interest.
According to Romano, verbal discussions between the two clubs were underway.
Real told Man City that they were willing to spend over €50 million for Rodri.
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Savinho prefers a move to Spurs
City winger Savinho is open to leaving the club. He is keen on exploring a move to Tottenham Hotspur, who are also looking at Liverpool's Cody Gakpo. Savinho is a key target for Spurs head coach Roberto de Zerbi and City are aware of the interest in the 22-year-old Brazil international.
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Rumors: Reijnders to leave and Neto set for Maresca reunion
As per reports, Netherlands midfielder Tijjani Reijnders, 28, has emerged as a target for Nottingham Forest. Notably, the player joined City from AC Milan last summer. On the other hand, Chelsea winger Pedro Neto could come to City if Savinho departs.