Manchester City fans in the Transfer Tavern have admitted they’ve been left disappointed by the maiden campaign under Pep Guardiola but they’re willing to mark this season as a transitional period.
A major summer rebuild is set to take place at the Etihad Stadium over the course of the next few months and Citizens fans in the bar have stated they’re excited to see what lies ahead, as they feel Guardiola can get the best out of the young players behind the scenes.
Since their billionaire takeover, Manchester City have been seen as a club who spend high figures to bring in big names but work has actively taken place behind the first-team fold to build success for the future and a number of top-quality youngsters are ready to make their breakthrough.
Our landlord is tipping a number of these players to get their chance in City’s pre-season campaign and he’s selected two names who’ll be looking to impress Guardiola with the help of the City fans ordering a fresh round.
Aleix Garcia
19-year-old defensive midfielder Aleix Garcia has enjoyed flashes of opportunities in the first-team under Pep Guardiola and next season could be a breakthrough campaign for the Spaniard, especially with Yaya Toure’s career at the Etihad Stadium approaching it’s climax.
Signed in 2015, Garcia has impressed in his opportunities this season and impressive displays in pre-season could see him handed further openings in the first-team in the season ahead. City are set for an overhaul this summer and Garcia could prove to be a useful asset next year.
Patrick Roberts
Patrick Roberts has excelled north of the border with Brendan Rodgers’ record-breaking Celtic side this season and the 19-year-old has impressed in the Champions League as well as the SPL, showing he’s capable of excelling against the elite.
Manchester City are blessed with talented wingers, with Raheem Sterling and Leroy Sane set to be stars next year, but depth within the squad is necessary if the Citizens are to battle for honours across all fronts and Roberts will have the opportunity to prove his first-team suitability in pre-season.
