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Man City's January spending proves they won't get back to their best this season


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Published in Sports and Competition on Friday, January 24th 2025 at 18:05 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • Man City's January spending proves they won't get back to their best this season - Pep Guardiola's side have spent
  • 122m over the past week and that doesn't bode well for the rest of the season

The article from MSN discusses Manchester City's January transfer window activities and their implications for the team's performance in the current season. Despite Manchester City's reputation for strategic spending, their January transfer moves have raised concerns about their ability to return to their peak form. The club, known for its meticulous planning under Pep Guardiola, did not make significant signings that could immediately bolster the squad. Instead, they focused on future potential with the signing of young prospects like Claudio Echeverri, who will join in 2025, and the loan return of Kalvin Phillips to Juventus. This approach suggests a long-term strategy rather than an immediate fix for their current squad issues, particularly in midfield where the absence of key players like Kevin De Bruyne has been felt. The article argues that this conservative spending might indicate a season where Manchester City might not reclaim their previous dominance, especially with competitors like Liverpool and Arsenal showing strong form.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-ca/sports/other/man-city-s-january-spending-proves-they-won-t-get-back-to-their-best-this-season/ar-AA1xP1eC ]

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