Our compatriot Abduqodir Husainov, who plays for Manchester City, began the new English Premier League season on a high note. They defeated Wolverhampton 4-0 away in the first round and moved to the top of the standings. Their scorers Erling Haaland, Rayan Cherki and Tijjani Reijnders created the brightest moments of the first round and seized the lead.
Since the European transfer window is open until September 1, there are many changes expected in the squad. Many new players have been added since winter, and some experienced players have left. With these updates, the club wants to take an even bolder step into the future; the beloved Husainov, together with his new teammates, must build an excellent defensive line.
Some developments have already been formalized: long-time defender Kyle Walker sensationally moved to Burnley after winning 17 trophies with his former club and embarked on a new adventure. At the same time, the team’s main midfielder Kevin De Bruyne, not receiving an offer to extend his contract, unexpectedly left the team and joined Italian champions Napoli as a free agent. This legend has won 19 trophies with City, played 416 matches, scored 107 goals and provided 177 assists.
Another academy leader, James McAtee, was fully transferred to Nottingham Forest due to changes in outlook. It is expected that other young talents will take his place, although sources note that this deal includes conditions for buy-back and a share of any future sale.
Meanwhile, Vitor Reis, Max Alleyne and Jack Grealish were loaned to other clubs for one season.
Upcoming moves are causing even more intrigue. Nottingham Forest’s other desire is linked to 20-year-old Rico Lewis. Pep Guardiola said he has not lost hope in him and that the young defender wants to stay at the club, but the final word in any agreement will be said in the last days of the transfer window. The coach, praising his enthusiasm, jokingly admitted that Lewis’s short stature creates some difficulties in competitions. The developing Lewis has already appeared in 95 matches, scoring five goals and providing ten assists, benefiting the team.
Thus, the updates Manchester City is implementing ahead of the new season increase competition within the team. Central defenders like Husainov, together with their young partners, are determined to show solid and quick play. Fans, learning from this scene, eagerly await answers to who will leave and who will stay during the year, and who will lead the club in achieving high goals.
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