The January window saw a flurry of new talent arrive with a clear focus on the long-term. Omar Marmoush was the elder statesman of the winter signings at 25 while Nico Gonzalez, Abdukodir Khusanov and Vitor Reis could become mainstays at City for years to come.

Pep Guardiola wants Matheus Nunes to develop into a right-back for Manchester City, saying that he is "not clever enough" to play in midfield.

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has reportedly been identified as a potential future candidate to take charge at AC Milan. Current boss Sérgio Conceição is currently in charge of the Rossoneri, and contracted at the San Siro until 2026,