Manchester City 2026-27 Season Hub: Maresca Era Begins, Haaland Stays
- Maresca takes charge. Enzo Maresca replaced Pep Guardiola as Manchester City manager, stepping up from the Leicester City job.
- Record signing Anderson. City splashed £116M on Anderson to reinforce the squad, the club's record transfer.
- Bernardo Silva departs. Bernardo Silva moved to Real Madrid, John Stones was released, and Rodri completed a shock transfer to Barcelona.
- Haaland remains the focal point. Erling Haaland continues as the main striker, with the Etihad expanded to 61,000 seats.
The 2026-27 season is here, and Manchester City 2026-27 fans have plenty to be excited about. From new signings and fresh tactical ideas to a brand-new home kit, this hub brings together everything you need before the season kicks off.
The 2026-27 Squad at a Glance
The Maresca Era
Enzo Maresca is the new man in the Manchester City dugout, replacing Pep Guardiola after a trophy-laden tenure. The Italian arrives from Leicester City and inherits a squad in transition. Guardiola's departure marked the end of an era, and Maresca's challenge is to maintain City's place among the elite while stamping his own tactical identity on the team. Early indications suggest a more pragmatic approach, with less emphasis on positional play and more focus on transitional attacking. The Etihad has been expanded to 61,000 seats, giving the stadium an even more imposing atmosphere on matchdays.
Squad overhaul: Anderson in, key names out
The summer window saw significant churn. City broke their transfer record to sign Anderson for £116M, a statement of intent from the new regime. However, the departures were equally significant: Bernardo Silva left for Real Madrid, John Stones was released after his contract expired, and Rodri completed a stunning move to Barcelona. Losing a Ballon d'Or-contending midfielder in Rodri is the biggest blow, and Maresca must find a new midfield balance. The incoming Anderson is expected to fill part of the creative void, while Phil Foden and Jack Grealish take on greater responsibility.
Haaland and the attack
Erling Haaland remains the centrepiece of City's attack. The Norwegian has been prolific since arriving from Dortmund, and Maresca will build around his finishing. With Bernardo Silva gone, the creative burden falls on Foden, Grealish and the new signing Anderson. Kevin De Bruyne's influence may be managed carefully given his age, but his vision remains unmatched. The expanded Etihad will host Champions League nights once again, and City fans will expect a strong response after last season's disappointments.
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The Manchester City collection features the 2026-27 home and away shirts in standard, authentic and Champions League editions, including Haaland 9 prints. Every shirt below is in stock and ready to ship.
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