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Published on 2024-07-18 17:00:00
Manchester City is preparing for their upcoming pre-season tour of the United States, with several first-team players returning to training after their breaks. Croatian duo Josko Gvardiol and Mateo Kovacic are set to join the squad for the tour following their exit from the European Championships. Due to the limited options available to Pep Guardiola, young players like Callum Doyle, Jahmai Simpson-Pusey, and Josh Wilson-Esbrand could also be included in the squad to provide cover.
The final squad for the pre-season tour will be confirmed on Friday before the team departs for North Carolina. Manchester City will face Celtic, AC Milan, FC Barcelona, and a rebuilt Chelsea side in their four friendly fixtures across different US cities. Callum Doyle may be loaned out to Norwich City following the tour, providing him with valuable experience before potentially returning to City.
The pre-season tour will provide an opportunity for the new faces to impress Guardiola and stake their claim for a spot in the first-team squad for the upcoming season. With several key players likely to join the squad later due to extended breaks, the tour will allow these young players to gain valuable experience and potentially earn a place in the team.
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