Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has confirmed that no players will be leaving the club following the arrival of Ilkay Gündogan. Speaking via @City_Xtra, Guardiola stated, “No, everyone stays,” emphasising the need for squad depth given the number of fixtures the team faces. “We do not have the depth of squad, we have 19, 20, 21 players,” he added, highlighting the necessity for all players to compete for their place in the team.
Recent Developments
- Raheem Sterling will not be returning to Manchester City, as confirmed by Guardiola on 23 August 2024.
- Guardiola also mentioned that the decision to sign Gündogan was made immediately, as reported earlier the same day.
- On 19 August 2024, Guardiola praised young talent Rico Lewis, calling him an exceptional player.
- Guardiola declared James McAtee indispensable for the team on 11 August 2024.
- Both McAtee and Oscar Bobb were confirmed ready for first-team action on 10 August 2024.
Squad Depth and Competition
Guardiola’s comments underline the importance of maintaining a robust squad to handle the demands of a busy season. With a limited number of players, the manager stressed that “everyone has to fight” for their position, ensuring that the team remains competitive across all competitions.