Manchester City confirmed their status as the dominant side in English football by becoming the first team to retain the Premier League title in a decade last season, holding off a fierce challenge from Liverpool to finish on 98 points.
Nonetheless, manager Pep Guardiola is looking to further bolster his options in an attempt to challenge for the Champions League next season, and here Sports Mole rounds up the latest news regarding possible comings and goings at the Etihad Stadium.
Friday morning's headlines:
Manchester City 'rejected chance to sign Philippe Coutinho'
Manchester City rejected the chance to sign Philippe Coutinho from Barcelona during the summer, according to a report. Read more.
Manchester United 'to rival Manchester City for Hakon Evjen'
Manchester United are reportedly ready to rival Manchester City in the race to sign Bodo/Glimt youngster Hakon Evjen. Read more.
Manchester City to sign centre-back in January?
Manchester City are reportedly considering bringing in a new centre-back during the January transfer window. Read more.
Bayern Munich to return for Manchester City winger Leroy Sane in January?
Bayern Munich are reportedly ready to launch another approach for Manchester City winger Leroy Sane during the January transfer window. Read more.