Manchester City's Enzo Maresca has finally been reunited with his full squad as the majority of the team returned to training yesterday.
The squad's return to action marks a significant milestone for Maresca, who has been without several key players due to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The players who rejoined their teammates include Erling Haaland, Elliot Anderson, Nico O'Reilly, Marc Guehi, Jeremy Doku, and Rayan Cherki.
The return of these players gives Maresca the opportunity to assess the team's dynamics and implement his ideas. This is especially important for Haaland, who can now form connections with his new teammates and help establish the team's attacking strategy. Anderson, on the other hand, can begin adapting to Maresca's system.
Maresca's full squad is a significant boost ahead of Sunday's FA Community Shield clash with Arsenal. The team's focus will be solely on the challenge posed by Mikel Arteta's side. However, the Manchester City squad may undergo more changes before the transfer window closes.
The FA Cup and Carabao Cup holders are reportedly in the market for two more midfielders and another attacking player. Savinho seems likely to leave the club, while the possibility of Rodri and Tijjani Reijnders departing is also real. This uncertainty may affect the team's dynamics and strategy.
The return of the majority of the squad gives Maresca a chance to work with his players and prepare them for the upcoming Premier League opener against Bournemouth. The team's preseason will now go up a gear as they prepare for the upcoming matches.
The Manchester City squad may have a different look by the time the transfer window closes. The uncertainty surrounding Rodri's and Tijjani Reijnders' futures may lead to more upheaval in the coming days.
Rodri is not scheduled to return to City until Friday, and there is a possibility that he may not return at all due to Barcelona's interest in signing him. This development may lead to further changes in the squad.
Source: Yahoo Sports