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Haaland injury fears addressed as delayed Manchester City debut ... (Goal.com)

Erling Haaland is still waiting on his Man City debut, with Guardiola revealing “niggles” are keeping him side-lined.

The club decides the signings. We will see what happens. He’s had niggles and a few problems.

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Marc Cucurella: Manchester City's £30m bid for Brighton left-back ... (Sky Sports)

The bid falls well short of Brightons valuation of Marc Cucurella which is understood to be £50m; Sky Sports News can confirm Brighton have rejected Man ...

You can also catch up with the ins, outs and analysis on Sky Sports News. Since Benjamin Mendy was arrested last summer Manchester City have operated without a natural left-back. Cucurella has adapted to the Premier League with ease and was named Brighton's Player of the Season for 2021/22, a campaign in which they achieved their highest-ever league finish.

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Man City have £30m Marc Cucurella transfer bid REJECTED by ... (The Sun)

MANCHESTER CITY's hopes replacing Arsenal-bound Oleksandr Zinchenko with Brighton defender Marc Cucurella have taken a huge hit.Zinchenko's on the bri.

Ake can play there." "If it doesn't happen, we’ve alternatives… And Pep thinks he can help City consolidate their power in the Prem in the upcoming campaign.

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Jack Grealish gives verdict on Man City signings Erling Haaland and ... (Manchester Evening News)

Jack Grealish spoke about two of his new Manchester City teammates after the Blues' win over Club America in Houston.

I suppose if he misses a chance or whatever then people are always going to have something to say. "He is a great guy, a brilliant guy. Haaland was an unused substitute in Houston, meaning City fans will have to wait for his debut.

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Joshua Wilson-Esbrand: Who is Man City youngster seen as ... (ManchesterWorld)

We take a look at Manchester City academy star Joshua Wilson-Esbrand, the man considered to be an option by Pep Guardiola at left-back.

The 19-year-old is part of City’s Under-23 team having joined them from West Ham United in 2019. The left-back has represented England at U18 and U20 level, making his debut for the latter mentioned team last year in their 2-0 loss to Portugal in the 2021–22 Under 20 Elite League. Guardiola has now confirmed his interest in the 23-year-old this summer, but has admitted if he fails to bring him to the Etihad this summer, he has alternatives at City in the left-back position.

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Guardiola reveals three Cucurella alternatives as Man City low-ball ... (Football365.com)

Football365 - Brighton want £50m for Cucurella but City have warned they will walk away from the deal with other options available.

When we come back we want to be fit; the player has to be fit to be ready. “We want to take care of them. He said: “Next game he’ll be ready.

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Man City transfer news: Marc Cucurella bid made as Barcelona ... (Mirror.co.uk)

Manchester City have launched their bid to sign Brighton's Marc Cucurella, with Pep Guardiola wanting the Spaniard to replace Oleksandr Zinchenko, ...

Arsenal were also reportedly offered the Spaniard, but opted instead to sign Oleksandr Zinchenko from City. Manchester City have been offered the chance to sign Benfica left-back Alex Grimaldo. Manchester City are focused on landing their last big-money signing from what has been a successful transfer for the champions.

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Marc Cucurella to Man City on verge of collapse with Brighton ... (talkSPORT.com)

Manchester City have told Brighton they are not willing to meet the £50million asking price for Marc Cucurella, talkSPORT understands.City have had a.

It is very special.” He travelled with me when I changed my city. City full-back Zinchenko is set to join Arsenal in a deal worth £32million – and the Premier League champions have already turned their attention to a replacement for the Ukrainian.

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Brighton reject £30m bid from Man City for Marc Cucurella (The Football Faithful)

Cucurella shone during an impressive debut season at Brighton after arriving from Getafe last summer, earning the Seagulls' Players' Player of the Season and ...

Read Also – Ranking the five favourites to win the 22/23 PFA Player of the Year award Joao Cancelo operated at left-back for much of last season and was named in the PFA Team of the Year, though City are keen to add a natural left-footed option to their squad ahead of the new campaign. Cucurella shone during an impressive debut season at Brighton after arriving from Getafe last summer, earning the Seagulls’ Players’ Player of the Season and Player of the Season accolades.

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Man City could pull Foden contract U-turn as legal issue emerges ... (Football Insider)

Man City could think twice before offering new contracts to unvaccinated stars like Phil Foden. That is the view of medical expert Ben Dinnery, ...

If Covid is impacting that, it needs to be in the conversation.” “That mindset may have changed and the virus continues to split off into different variants. You can’t overstate the importance of that.

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Shop and support City in the Community (Manchester City FC)

The City Thrive programme utilises a blended approach, using football sessions, group workshops and one-to-one mentoring to educate young people around the ...

City Thrive is delivered in partnership with the NHS and includes a new mental health curriculum, blending specially adapted football sessions with one-to-one mentoring and group workshops on mental awareness, to improve mental wellbeing for people up to 25-years-of-age. The City Thrive programme utilises a blended approach, using football sessions, group workshops and one-to-one mentoring to educate young people around the subject of mental health whilst also equipping them with the tools to regulate their own mental wellbeing in a post COVID-19 landscape. Sam Dainty, Senior Partnerships Manager said: “This update from Manchester City has the potential to be hugely impactful to young people living across the city, and any donation to CITC is hugely appreciated as we continue to tackle poor mental health following the pandemic

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Man City youngster shows what role Marc Cucurella would play at ... (Manchester Evening News)

In the early hours of Thursday morning, Manchester City fans caught a glimpse of how Marc Cucurella would fit into the team, despite him still being a ...

While Cancelo was excellent last season, City did at times suffer from a lack of width when he was on the left. "If it doesn't happen we have alternatives with Joao [Cancelo], Josh [Wilson-Esbrand] is a young talent, Nathan [Ake] can play there. Following the agreement to sell Oleksandr Zinchenko to Arsenal for around £30m, City submitted an official bid for the Spanish left-back.

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Reporter notebook: On the road with Man City as they begin pre ... (Sky Sports)

Sky Sports News reporter Ben Ransom on Manchester Citys pre-season victory over Club America in Houston, which involved some Kevin De Bruyne brilliance, ...

The first strike was one of typical individual brilliance as he curled in a right-footer from the edge of the box. Jack Grealish still feels like a relatively new kid on the City block despite now entering his second season at the Etihad - and there's no doubt it's a big campaign for last summer's record-breaking arrival. City are short of options at the back and their problems mounted when Ruben Dias was consigned to his hotel room on the day before the game after feeling unwell. Afterwards, Guardiola was beaming when asked to comment on how he felt the new players did, and in Alvarez it feels he has someone who can fit right into his well-oiled machine. The £51m summer arrival from Borussia Dortmund was briefly shown on the big screen at the NRG Stadium wearing a City tracksuit rather than his match kit, which confirmed that Pep Guardiola never intended to give him any game time here. Away from Haaland, all eyes pre-match were on what shape City would use given the change in personnel over the summer.

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Cancelo targeting another stellar campaign (Manchester City FC)

Joao Cancelo says he is refreshed and raring to go as the new season draws ever closer. With the campaign beginning against Liverpool in the FA Community Shield ...

“I try to improve myself every year,” he said. I think that is good for the responsibility that we must have.” I think the expectations are upon us.

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Jack Grealish reveals Erling Haaland's cheeky message to him on ... (Metro)

Erling Haaland has not been at Manchester City for long, but he is settling in fast and happy to rib his teammates, with Jack Grealish revealing that the ...

‘He had problems last season and tried to handle it. He’s trained just two sessions and we didn’t want to take risks. ‘Obviously it’s always going to be big expectations but nowadays you have to deal with it.

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Man City threaten to walk away from Marc Cucurella talks after ... (Metro)

Manchester City have told Brighton they will walk away from negotiations over the signing of Marc Cucurella unless the Seagulls lower their £50million ...

But the Athletic say that City are ready to pull the plug on their interest in Cucurella as Brighton told them they were ‘miles away’ from meeting their valuation for the Spaniard. City submitted an offer of £32m for Cucurella – the precise amount they’ll receive for Zinchenko – but Brighton turned down the bid. Manchester City have told Brighton they will walk away from negotiations over the signing of Marc Cucurella unless the Seagulls lower their £50million asking price.

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Marc Cucurella: Opening Man City bid dismissed, as Guardiola goes ... (Teamtalk.com)

Man City's first bid to sign Marc Cucurella was rejected, and Guardiola has publicly named three alternatives that could be used to leave Brighton hanging.

The report claims City are unlikely to match that valuation despite spending £50m+ on Walker and Cancelo in the past. That strategy may be with a view to strong-arming Brighton into a sale at a lower price. Ake has deputised at left-back in the past despite being a centre-back. However, City undoubtedly lose a step or two going forward when Ake is at left-back. The likeliest scenario is City will indeed sign a new left-back this summer to provide back-up to Cancelo, and start when the Portuguese displaces Walker on the right. City are poised to see their already depleted full-backs ranks shrink further.

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When Erling Haaland will make his Man City debut (90min)

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has revealed when marquee new signing ...

“Next game, Erling will be ready," the Catalan said. Man City face Bayern Munich in their next pre-season match in Wisconsin on Saturday night, and that is where Guardiola hopes to unleash his new weapon. "He’s had niggles and a few problems.

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Man City: Jack Grealish involved in shoving contest with Club ... (Daily Mail)

Jack Grealish was at the centre of the drama on Wednesday night when Manchester City took on Club American in a pre-season friendly at the MRG Stadium.

However, Valdez came flying in from behind as the England international tried to control it. He was deprived of a clear and obvious penalty in the second half. Ochoa grabbed hold of Grealish's left arm and tried to pull him to his feet. Frustrations for Grealish didn't stop there. The England star (on the floor) then clashed with Bruno Valdez in the second half of he game Grealish came to blows with Mexican goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa in the 24th minute of the game before clashing with Bruno Valdez in the second half.

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Jack Grealish involved in flare-up with Mexico goalkeeper in Man ... (Mirror.co.uk)

Jack Grealish is used to being the target of robust challenges, but the Manchester City star reacted angrily as their friendly with Club America quickly ...

Two America players sprinted over to confront Grealish as he continued to show his anger towards the goalkeeper, before they were separated by their team-mates. In the footage, Ochoa could be seen offering his hand to Grealish to help him off the floor. After earning his tag as one of the most-fouled players in the Premier League, Grealish is used to having lumps kicked out of him on a weekly basis.

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Man City expected to 'hold out' for Cucurella after reveal - pundit (Football Insider)

Football Insider has been told by Alan Hutton that Marc Cucurella will be the "number one target" for Man City this summer.

So it’s not a problem for Man City and I think they’ll hold out as long as possible.“ “I think they’ll try and hold on for as long as possible. I think a natural left-footer on that side helps with the balance.

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'It's Just Unfortunate' - Former Red Makes Major Man City And ... (SPORTbible)

Ex-Liverpool defender Glen Johnson has revealed why Man City beat his former club to the Premier League title last season.

Fans won’t have to wait long to see where the two sides are at heading into the new season, as they are set to take eachother on in the Community Shield on the 30th of July The 92 points they gained as runners-up last campaign would have seen them win the Premier League in 23 of the last 30 years, which portrays the incredibly high level both City and Liverpool are playing at. He was also the right-back in the side during the notorious 2013/2014 title race, where they again fell short to the blue side of Manchester.

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Man City 'offered the chance' to sign £15m Benfica full-back and ... (Manchester Evening News)

The latest Manchester City transfer gossip as Pep Guardiola reportedly monitors a potential Marc Cucurella alternative.

It appears that the Blues will need to act fast if they want to bolster their already impressive array of youngsters. According to the Peterborough Telegraph, the Premier League champions are interested in signing the centre-back but face stiff competition from a host of other top-flight teams. According to iNews, City are one of several Premier League clubs that the 26-year-old has been offered to and a deal could be done for as little as £15m. As Pep Guardiola's side struggle to make headway with a deal for Cucurella due to a £50m price tag, a move for Grimaldo could be a much more economical piece of business.

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Pep Guardiola confirms Man City stance on signing new left-back as ... (Manchester Evening News)

Your latest Manchester City news as Guardiola confirms plan for Zinchenko replacement while Haaland debut plans revealed.

Haaland was spotted on the bench in casual gear as he watched his new teammates take part in an intense fixture. It had been expected that the birthday boy would make his City debut at the NRG Stadium however Pep Guardiola opted to start Julian Alvarez instead. Cancelo played 45 minutes on the left against Club America in City's first pre-season game, and Wilson-Esbrand looked bright in the second half as a more traditional wide full-back.

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Pep Guardiola reveals when Erling Haaland will make Man City ... (The Sun)

PEP GUARDIOLA says Erling Haaland will make his Manchester City bow against Bayern Munich this weekend.The Norwegian superstar, 22, sat out the 2-1 wi.

The first day that I met him we took a car together and even after that ride I thought, “what a guy”. “But he’s looked good in training and once he reaches full fitness will be unstoppable. “I suppose if he misses a chance or whatever then people are always going to have something to say. “He had injury problems last season and tried to handle it. This season is the complete opposite. He can continue his levels after last year was his best for goals.”

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Erling Haaland teased Jack Grealish with crude price tag joke after ... (Daily Express)

ERLING HAALAND has made his presence known in the Manchester City dressing room, according to Jack Grealish.

An in-form Grealish would also provide a massive boost for Pep Guardiola after the former Villa star notched just three goals and three assists in the league last term. He actually said to me, 'I'm only half the price of you so I haven't got the pressure'. I suppose if he misses a chance or whatever then people are always going to have something to say. "Obviously it's always going to be big expectations but nowadays you have to deal with it. City locked down Haaland's signature early on, preventing what promised to be a dramatic summer of speculation involving the former Borussia Dortmund star. Grealish left many fans underwhelmed during his debut season after a Premier League record move from Aston Villa, but insists he is determined to make amends and form a fruitful partnership with Haaland.

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Marc Cucurella: Man City manager Pep Guardiola putting faith in ... (Sky Sports)

Pep Guardiola is considering taking his spending on full-backs since his arrival at Manchester City in the summer of 2016 to beyond £225m by completing the ...

He plays a similar type of football to Manchester City in possession, so I'm sure he'll be a good signing. Zinchenko has filled in manfully for a number of years now. You can also catch up with the ins, outs and analysis on Sky Sports News. Speaking to Sky Sports News, the former Liverpool defender said: "I think Man City have always - really since Pep's been there - lacked a real outstanding left-back. Coming here was difficult in the summer, a new league, new country and new language. "Since Benjamin Mendy was arrested last summer, Manchester City have operated without a natural left-back. "Zinchenko's moved onto Arsenal so when you ask 'is he worth it,' Man City normally spend £40-50m on full-backs. "I think he's as good as anyone in the Premier League. He suits City's attacking style of play. "You're never quite sure who plays there every week, where you know it's Kyle Walker playing right-back. They must go again and focus on their perceived weaker areas. It is how Brighton like to operate. It is very special."

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Preview: Bayern Munich vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news ... (Sports Mole)

Sports Mole previews Saturday's Club Friendlies 1 clash between Bayern Munich and Manchester City, including predictions, team news and possible.

It is fair to say that City have experienced a busy summer transfer window of incomings and outgoings. Nagelsmann used a 4-4-2 formation on Thursday and could stick with the same setup on Sunday, although the likes of Muller, Kingsley Coman, Lucas Hernandez and Benjamin Pavard will all be pushing to start after beginning on the bench last time out. Considering that this fixture is the final warm-up match for both teams before the 2022-23 campaign begins, both Nagelsmann and Guardiola are set to name strong sides, although rotation throughout the match is expected. After their pre-season clash with Bayern on Sunday, the Citizens will return to England for the Community Shield against Liverpool next Saturday, before beginning the defence of their Premier League title away at West Ham United on August 7. With the prospect of at least one more addition in the form of left-back Marc Cucurella this summer, City are building a new-look squad hoping to challenge on all fronts once again, with an elusive Champions League crown and a fifth top-flight title in six seasons in their sights. Nagelsmann and co will be seeking revenge on Sunday and will be looking to end their pre-season tour of the USA on a high, before beginning the 2022-23 campaign against RB Leipzig in the DFL-Supercup on July 30.

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10 Things you didn't know about Lambeau Field (Manchester City FC)

Manchester City complete our pre-season tour of the United States with a friendly against Bayern Munich at Green Bay's Lambeau Field on Saturday 23 July.

Lambeau Field also hosts the Packers Hall of Fame and Museum – the first of its kind built in honour of a single professional American football team. And in commemoration of his contribution to the Packers, Lambeau Field hosts a 50-foot replica of the trophy which is named in his honour. The Super Bowl is one of the most famous matches in world sport, with the winners presented with the Vince Lombardi Trophy. Originally called the City stadium, Lambeau Field gets its name from one of the most important figures in the franchise’s history. Lambeau Field can hold up to 81,441 spectators – the third most of any American Football venue in the US. Lambeau Field is home to one of American Football’s most successful and well-known, the Green Bay Packers.

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How To Watch: Bayern Munich vs Manchester City (Pre-Season ... (SPORTbible)

Manchester City will face Bayern Munich in their second pre-season friendly in Wisconsin this weekend.

For viewers in the United States, the game will also be available on ESPN/ESPN 2 whereas in Canada, fuboTV will broadcast the game live. You can join Lewis and Jordan from the City Xtra YouTube channel live during pre-match, throughout the game and post-match, along with thousands of other Manchester City fans from around the world! A tougher test awaits the Premier League champions as they prepare to face Bayern Munich in the early hours of Sunday.

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Manchester City will make an improved offer for Marc Cucurella after ... (Daily Mail)

However, Brighton want over £50m for the 23-year-old which is well above City's valuation. Pep Guardiola has confirmed negotiations but says City have other ...

Manchester City will make an improved offer for Brighton full-back Marc Cucurella after their £30million bid was rejected. Manchester City have come back to Brighton with another bid after their initial offer was turned down by the Seagulls Manchester City will make an improved offer for Marc Cucurella after Brighton rejected their initial £30m bid...

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Man City must pay £50m for transfer and £15m 'opportunity' (ManchesterWorld)

Brighton have rejected a £30m bid for their left-back Marc Cucurella after impressing in his first season in the Premier League. The 23-year-old joined the ...

Torres has been told he will be allowed to leave the club this transfer window. The 26-year-old is seen as a possible alternative to Cucurella if Guardiola is unsuccessful in his approach for the defender. Brighton have rejected a £30m bid for their left-back Marc Cucurella after impressing in his first season in the Premier League.

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Man City are the star attraction as Blues are changing opinions in ... (Manchester Evening News)

After a busy week in Houston, Manchester City head to Green Bay for the next leg of their pre-season tour - and MEN Sport's Joe Bray has been in Texas with ...

The fans in Houston may have been hoping for Haaland, but City have shown they have enough superstars without him. When some players leave clubs, there may be some animosity, but there appears to be only goodwill for Zinchenko, as well as for Gabriel Jesus and Raheem Sterling. It wasn't ideal for those staying up in the early hours in the UK. Another adjoining pitch had a local match going on, that promptly stopped when they realised Mahrez was there, and some wandered over for pictures. At one point, Zinchenko was shouting over a fence to another pitch, where Bernardo Silva appeared to be filming something. Maybe his knowledge comes from playing with Argentina international Ramiro Funes Mori as a child - a relationship that he says saw him take Sergio Aguero and Lionel Messi on a night out once.

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City v Bayern Munich: Kick-off time and TV info (Manchester City FC)

All the information you need as City conclude our US Tour against Bayern Munich… WHEN AND WHERE. The game will take place at Lambeau Field, Green Bay on ...

The boss will share his thoughts on the clash with his former club at the pre-match press conference on Friday – watch live on our app and mancity.com from 18:00 (BST). The former City duo will also offer their expert analysis at half-time and on full-time after our clash with the Bundesliga champions. The match will be broadcast live on CITY+ with territories to be confirmed in a separate story on Friday afternoon.

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Man City £30m Cucurella theory to be tested as bid rejected (The Argus)

Albion have told Manchester City they will have to up their game considerably if they are to land Marc Cucurella.

That would suggest the often-quoted figure of £50 million would NOT necessarily be enough to take Cucurella to the Etihad. While they are not naming a price for Cucurella, the sale of Ben White to Arsenal last summer is widely being seen as some sort of guide. But the door has not yet been closed on the Premier League champions as they bid to sign the Seagulls’ player of the year.

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Nathan Ake breaks silence on Man City to Chelsea transfer interest (Manchester Evening News)

Manchester City defender Nathan Ake was strongly linked with a transfer to Chelsea this summer but will stay at the Etihad.

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Report: Manchester City Target Marc Cucurella 'Disappointed' With ... (Sports Illustrated)

Manchester City's pursuit of Brighton's Marc Cucurella looked to have stalled with the two clubs being unable to agree on a fee, but new reports have ...

Despite City's strong interest in the defender, it has become clear in recent days that the Cityzens and Brighton are still no closer to agreeing on a fee for the Spain international. The left-back played 35 times for the club as they secured a top-half Premier League finish for the first time in their history. The club are believed to have a list of alternatives, or may even stick with their current left-back options, so they won't wait around for the Spaniard forever.

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Man City: 'I drove three hours and then fly three hours to get to ... (BBC News)

Manchester City fans based in the United States have been enjoying watching their team during their pre-season tour there - and BBC Radio Manchester have ...

I have been lucky to get over to Manchester and see the team. The club have been amazing for what they have put on in terms of the events, giveaways and access to the players has just been phenomenal. Brent: We just can't wait to see the match, we are really fortunate.

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