Manchester City had a break over the weekend to regroup after their recent Premier League setbacks. Pep Guardiola’s team had faced three consecutive home defeats, making the international break a much-needed opportunity for recovery and healing for injured players.
The upcoming match against Brighton at the Etihad Stadium this weekend is seen as a chance for City to reclaim their winning form. Here are the latest news stories as of October 16.
1. Juventus Regrets Missing Out on Erling Haaland
Former Juventus manager Giuseppe Marotta expressed regret over not signing Erling Haaland during the player’s time at Molde in 2017.
Haaland, who was then a promising goal scorer, was invited to Turin with the intent to sign him for a relatively low price. However, financial constraints prevented the deal from materializing. Marotta acknowledged it as a significant mistake, considering Haaland’s subsequent rise to stardom.
2. Leroy Sane Eyed as a Possible Replacement for Salah
Liverpool is reportedly eyeing a potential return for Leroy Sane, aiming to secure him as a replacement for Mohamed Salah, whose contract with Liverpool ends in June 2025.
With Salah’s uncertain future amid significant offers from Saudi Arabia, Liverpool is considering Sane, who previously played for Manchester City and is currently with Bayern Munich. The club is prepared to make a substantial transfer bid to bring Sane back to the Premier League.
In summary, Manchester City took advantage of a weekend off during the international break to regroup and recover from recent setbacks in the Premier League. Meanwhile, former Juventus manager Giuseppe Marotta expressed regret over missing the opportunity to sign Erling Haaland during his time at Molde.
Liverpool is considering Leroy Sane as a potential replacement for Mohamed Salah and is ready to make a significant transfer bid to bring him back to the Premier League.
