Manchester City

A City academy product who returned via a buyback clause after impressing at Burnley. His 192cm frame provides an advantage in shot-stopping and saving ability. Considered a next-generation candidate for the England number one shirt.

A veteran goalkeeper with years of Premier League experience at Fulham and Chelsea. Won the Conference League during his time at Chelsea. Valued as a backup goalkeeper for his professionalism and locker room presence.

Hailed by Pep Guardiola as "one of the best goalkeepers." Possesses exceptional footwork, functioning as a starting point for build-up play as a modern goalkeeper. Emerged as the first-choice keeper following Ederson's departure, providing stability between the posts.

A prodigy who established himself as AC Milan's first-choice goalkeeper as a teenager, boasting a 196cm frame and exceptional reflexes. Named Player of the Tournament at EURO 2020 and won the Champions League with PSG in 2025. A modern goalkeeper with excellent footwork who contributes to build-up play.

A Brazilian international goalkeeper who helped City win six Premier League titles. His footwork ranks among the best ever for a goalkeeper, with extremely precise long-range distribution. Returned after a move to Saudi Arabia in the 2024-25 season, bringing experience to the squad.

The PFA Players' Player of the Year for 2020-21 and the pillar of City's defence. Commands the defensive line with sharp reading of the game and strong leadership, while his accurate passing distribution during build-up is another key weapon. Also dominant in aerial duels.

A veteran who has been transformed under Guardiola into a utility defender capable of playing CB to midfield. Possesses excellent technical ability, allowing him to push into midfield during build-up to contribute to playmaking. A stalwart who has won six Premier League titles.

A left-footed centre-back with the versatility to play both CB and left-back at a high level. A product of Chelsea's academy with refined technical ability, making him a modern defender. Contributes to the team through solid defending and composed build-up play.

Developed into one of the Premier League's finest centre-backs at Crystal Palace before moving to City in the January 2026 window. Excels in the balance between one-on-one defending and covering, with composed build-up play. Also a key figure in England's defence.

An attacking left-back who gained four seasons of Premier League experience at Wolverhampton. Dominates the left flank with explosive pace and powerful dribbling, delivering high-quality crosses. Also strong in one-on-one defensive situations.

A modern left-footed centre-back capable of playing both CB and left-back with great versatility. Combines overwhelming physicality and pace for dominant one-on-one defending, while also offering dangerous dribbling runs and shooting ability when joining attacks. Has developed significantly as an attacking defender under Guardiola.

A Portugal international who originally excelled as a midfielder at Wolves and Sporting CP. Converted to right-back at City by Guardiola, his midfield experience gives him exceptional ball retention and progressive carrying. Also possesses a driving dribble.

A City academy product who was originally an attacking midfielder before being converted to left-back by Guardiola, where he broke through. Despite his tall frame, he possesses excellent technical ability and flair, functioning as a modern full-back who can drift into midfield to create. Has also established himself in the England squad.

The first Uzbekistani player in Premier League history. Emerged at RC Lens in Ligue 1 before joining City in the January 2025 window. Despite his youth, his physical strength and aggressive ball-winning are his standout qualities, with significant room for growth.

A young defender from Manchester City's academy. Known for his defensive solidity, he is working towards earning first-team opportunities.

A young centre-back who joined City from Southampton's academy. Returned from a loan at Watford in the January 2026 window and made his first-team debut when Dias and Gvardiol were injured. A highly promising prospect who was also named U21 Player of the Year.

A City academy product whom Guardiola has utilized as the ideal "inverted full-back." Capable of shifting from right-back into midfield during matches to contribute to playmaking, showcasing outstanding tactical intelligence. A player who compensates for his small stature with footballing intelligence.

Developed into one of Serie A's finest midfielders at AC Milan before joining City in the summer of 2025. A box-to-box midfielder who covers vast areas, with press-resistant dribbling and late runs into the box as key attributes. A cornerstone of the Netherlands national team midfield.

A technically gifted midfielder who has graced Europe's top clubs including Dinamo Zagreb, Inter, Real Madrid, and Chelsea. Possesses exceptional press resistance, with his dribbling and turning ability in tight spaces being his greatest weapon.

A gifted dribbler produced by Lyon's academy. Creates chances with inventive dribbling and through balls from either foot, earning him the Ligue 1 Dribbler of the Year award. An attacking midfielder who has also established himself in the France national team.

A Barcelona academy product who developed into a first-team regular at FC Porto, now a Spanish international anchor. His intelligent style draws comparisons to Busquets and Rodri, with excellent positioning and distribution. Held City's midfield together during Rodri's long-term absence.

The 2024 Ballon d'Or winner and the world's finest defensive midfielder. Dictates the tempo of matches with his distribution from the base of midfield. Has returned from a serious ACL injury and remains the indispensable heartbeat of City.

A veteran German international midfielder who returned to City after a spell at Barcelona. Captained City to the treble during his first stint at the club. His exceptional tactical vision and passing precision are his weapons, with a masterful ability to control the game.

A Portuguese international midfielder with outstanding technique and football IQ despite his small stature. Capable of playing right wing, number ten, and false nine, with one of the lowest ball loss rates in the Premier League. One of the players Guardiola trusts most.

A Norwegian prodigy who made his debut at Rosenborg at just 15 years old. Capable of using both feet at a high level, he energizes attacks with creative passing and dribbling. A fellow Norwegian international alongside Haaland and a future star destined to anchor City's midfield.

The jewel of City's academy. Armed with delicate ball control and dribbling in tight spaces, along with decisive final passes. The 2023-24 PFA Players' Player of the Year, showing excellent adaptability across multiple positions including attacking midfielder, winger, and false nine.

A Norwegian international winger from City's academy. Possesses sharp left-footed dribbling and cutting inside, with excellent ability to navigate tight spaces. Returned after a lengthy absence due to a fracture sustained in the 2024-25 season.

A young midfielder from Manchester City's academy. Valued for his passing ability and tactical awareness in midfield, he has also been involved in first-team training sessions.

An Egyptian international forward who took the Bundesliga by storm at Eintracht Frankfurt before joining City in January 2025. Combines speed and technique, excelling at finishing and through balls after dribbling runs. Capable of playing both as a centre-forward and on the wing.

The world's premier striker, combining overwhelming speed and power from his 195cm frame. Capable of scoring from any angle with a diverse finishing repertoire, he netted 36 goals in his debut Premier League season. City's undisputed talisman.

A Belgian international winger whose explosive pace and razor-sharp dribbling are his primary weapons. Torments opposing defenders with unique feints and acceleration, posing a threat every match. A precocious talent who attracted attention since his Anderlecht days.

A Brazilian international winger who lit up La Liga on loan at Girona before permanently joining City. His left-footed dribbling and cutting inside are his greatest assets, creating chances with his creative play.

Developed into one of the Premier League's standout wingers at Bournemouth before moving to City in the January 2026 window. His pace and physicality power direct dribbling runs complemented by a powerful shot. Known for his willingness to attack the goal from the right flank.

A young forward from Manchester City's academy. Has shown scoring prowess in the youth teams and is pushing for promotion to the first team.

A young forward from Manchester City's academy. Has performed well in the youth teams and earned a place on the bench for cup matches with the first team.

A young attacker from Manchester City's academy. A promising prospect who is aiming to establish himself in the first team.