Manchester City have become a home for some top-talented players across the world. Over the years, Etihad Stadium has become a place where fans would go to witness pure talent, either bought or produced by the City Academy.
Pep Guardiola’s men will hope to put behind them the setback of the just-concluded season. For the first time in many years, Man City players fought hard to secure UEFA Champions League qualification. The season ended went from bad to worse when the Sky Blues lost the FA Cup to Crystal Palace and crashed out of the FIFA Club World Cup in the round of 16.
However, the news season promises hope and opportunity for a restart, and the supporters of the club will hope the players up their game to restore the glorious days.
As a result of this, CityReports.co.uk identified Man City players that the fans will be excited to watch throughout the 2025/26 season. These Players include:
Oscar Bobb
Among the star-studded Man City players is a young Norwegian forward, Oscar Bobb. The 22-year-old suffered a career-threatening injury at the beginning of last season.
Before the heartbreaking injury, Bobb had an incredible pre-season. His performances against City opponents ahead of the 2024/25 season were electrifying and made many City fans demand more. The supporters of the Sky Blues believed they had finally found a winger who could dribble, score and even provide assists for his teammates.
Just like the previous season, this forthcoming present another opportunity to dream about having a fantastic player in Oscar Bobb. While it will take time for him to be fit, the coming season presents him with another chance to kick-start his career.
Rayan Cherki
Another name among the Man City players the fans cannot wait to watch in action next season is Rayan Cherki. The Frenchman joined City from Olympique Lyonnais this summer but has already shown what he could do for the Cityzens.
Last season, the versatile player scored 12 goals and provided 20 assists for his former club. Also, he wasted no time in announcing himself to his countrymen with his incredible performance against Spain in the National League. He had a goal and provided an assist after being introduced in the 63rd minute in his debut match for France.
At the FIFA Club World Cup, the playmaker did incredibly despite limited game time. He scored a goal and provided an assist in four appearances as Manchester City were eliminated at the round of 16.
Without a doubt, every Man City fan will be eager to see how the Frenchman will perform in the Premier League when the season begins.
Phil Foden
Phil Foden is a familiar name among City fans. However, many are looking forward to how the Englishman will bounce back from a disastrous 2024/25 season. Last season, he failed to live up to expectations even when many City supporters described him as the perfect successor to Kevin De Bruyne.
The last time Pep Guardiola’s men won the league, Foden was named the Premier League Player of the Season. Therefore, City fans wanted more from him the previous season; however, there is time to redeem his image and to once again gain the trust of football lovers.
Meanwhile, there are signs that the Sniper we all know is gradually regaining his confidence. He had an incredible tournament at the FIFA Club World Cup, scoring three times and also getting an assist in four matches.
Next season, he will have to prove to the City fans that he has finally back to his best.
Rodri
Rodrigo Hernández is one of the Man City players that fans can not wait to see back to his best. The Ballon d’Or winner has, over the years, become the most important player in Pep’s squad.
His absence for most parts of last season was a great setback for the team. Therefore, every supporter of the club wants him back to his former self as soon as possible.
Although there are players who can replace the Spain International when the need arises but no one does the job better than him. He is the player at the heart of City’s midfield who dictates the tempo of the game.
To all Manchester City supporters, it will be great to have the world’s best player back in the sky-blue shirt next season.
Other Notable Players Include
Tijjani Reijnders
Rayan Aït-Nouri
Echeverri