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Manchester City News / NBC Sports / December 6
Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / November 30

A familiar name continues to be named as a Manchester City target but a battle could be on to sign him

It is no secret that Manchester City will look to sign a right-back at the end of this season. Matheus Nunes and Abdukodir Khusanov have played in the role for Pep Guardiola’s side so far this season.

Manchester City News / NUFC The Mag / November 22

Manchester City star explains defeat ‘Another day we would put all the balls in the net’

Manchester City star Matheus Nunes has a glittering career in punditry ahead of him clearly, judging by his reaction to Newcastle United defeating Pep Guardiola’s side.

Soccer News / The 4th Official / November 22

Dias Gets 8, Nunes With 7 | Manchester City Players Rated In Tough Loss Vs Newcastle United

Manchester City clashed heads with Newcastle United at St. James’ Park earlier this evening as they hoped to earn a good result on the road in the Premier League.

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / November 22
Having an open mind has helped two Manchester City players become key players for their team

Having an open mind has helped two Manchester City players become key players for their team

Entering the 25/26 season you would have gotten long odds on Nico O’Reilly and Matheus Nunes becoming the first-choice full-backs for Pep Guardiola at Manchester City.

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / November 15
A new report suggests that Manchester City have their eyes on a particular right-back next summer

A new report suggests that Manchester City have their eyes on a particular right-back next summer

So far this season, Matheus Nunes has done a stellar job for Manchester City at right-back. The right-back position did seem to be a concern for Pep Guardiola’s side entering this season.

Aston Villa News / Esteemed Kompany / October 25
The improvement of one Manchester City player has been impressive of late

The improvement of one Manchester City player has been impressive of late

For Manchester City to be successful during the 25/26 season, they will need their entire squad to contribute. Whether that’s their star players, such as Erling Haaland or squad members like Rico Lewis or Matheus Nunes.

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / October 11
A Manchester City full-back just has to do a job for his team

A Manchester City full-back just has to do a job for his team

Just when it seemed as if Abdukodir Khusanov was going to make the right-back position his own at Manchester City, injury struck. The young defender suffered a foot injury during City’s 1-all draw with Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium in September.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / September 30

Napoli Probe Versatile Manchester City Midfielder

Napoli have reached out to agent Jorge Mendes to inquire about Matheus Nunes, who hasn’t fully panned since moving to Manchester City from Wolverhampton in 62M.

Napoli News / Football Italia / September 29

Report: Napoli enquire for versatile Manchester City player & open talks with agent

Napoli have asked for information about Manchester City player Matheus Nunes, whilst sporting director Giovanni Manna has reportedly opened talks with the Portuguese star’s agent Jorge Mendes.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / September 28
Two Manchester City players quietly had good games against Burnley

Two Manchester City players quietly had good games against Burnley

Manchester City picked up a 5-1 win over Burnley at the Etihad Stadium yesterday. Pep Guardiola’s side scored four goals in the last 30 minutes of yesterday’s match to put Scott Parker’s plucky Burnley side away.

Burnley News / NBC Sports / September 27
Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / August 27
Manchester City are linked with a shock move in the January transfer window

Manchester City are linked with a shock move in the January transfer window

Currently, it appears unlikely that Manchester City will sign a right-back before the transfer window closes. If that proves to be the case, then Rico Lewis and Matheus Nunes will share duties in the position.

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / July 23
Do Manchester City already have a solution for their right-back issue?

Do Manchester City already have a solution for their right-back issue?

Perhaps the only hole in the Manchester City squad for next season that exists currently is at right-back. Looking at Pep Guardiola’s squad shows that Matheus Nunes and Rico Lewis are likely the two players who will battle it out to be City’s first-choice right-back.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / July 13
Man City could move for Pep Guardiola's preference at right-back, but is there another option?

Man City could move for Pep Guardiola's preference at right-back, but is there another option?

When looking at the current Manchester City squad the only position that appears to need to be strengthened is right-back. If City can sign a quality right-back they’ll enter next season with a complete squad for Pep Guardiola to utilise.

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Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / June 11
The Manchester City squad for the FIFA Club World Cup has been confirmed

The Manchester City squad for the FIFA Club World Cup has been confirmed

Manchester City will begin their FIFA Club World Cup campaign on Wednesday, the 18th of June. Pep Guardiola’s side will take on Moroccan side Wydad AC in Philadelphia at the Lincoln Financial Field.

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / May 26
A player who appeared not to have a future at Manchester City came out of this season with credit

A player who appeared not to have a future at Manchester City came out of this season with credit

During the early stages of the 24/25 season, it appeared that Matheus Nunes just wouldn’t fit in at Manchester City. He was brought by the club to play in midfield ahead of the 23/24 season.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / May 14
Manchester City look to have agreed terms with a Brazilian international to fill the right-back void

Manchester City look to have agreed terms with a Brazilian international to fill the right-back void

All attention over the past day or so has been on the potential players Manchester City can sign to bolster their midfield this summer. But other positions in Pep Guardiola’s squad need to be strengthened.

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / May 11
A fresh defensive target has emerged for Manchester City

A fresh defensive target has emerged for Manchester City

Manchester City do need to sign a right-back this summer. Currently, Matheus Nunes and Rico Lewis are sharing duties at right-back for Pep Guardiola’s side.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / April 29
Signing a right-back should be a priority this summer for Manchester City

Signing a right-back should be a priority this summer for Manchester City

As Manchester City beat Nottingham Forest on Sunday at Wembley the move of Rico Lewis into midfield did catch the eye. Lewis showed that going forward, his future lies as a midfielder.

Aston Villa News / Esteemed Kompany / April 23
Fans make moments special and Manchester City need to remember that

Fans make moments special and Manchester City need to remember that

When Matheus Nunes scored in the 94th minute last to give Manchester City a 2-1 lead over Aston Villa, a special moment occurred. It was a scene of delirium amongst the City players, staff and fans as Nunes’ late goal earned Pep Guardiola’s side a precious three points.

Aston Villa News / The42 / April 22

Man City get huge Champions League boost with 95th-minute win over Aston Villa

Matheus Nunes scored dramatic late goal for 2-1 win to move Pep Guardiola’s side into third place.

Manchester City News / FirstSportz / October 2, 2024
Manchester City star Matheus Nunes arrested and sent to police cells in Spain

Manchester City star Matheus Nunes arrested and sent to police cells in Spain

Manchester City midfielder Matheus Nunes was reportedly arrested by Spanish police and held in custody, over allegations of stealing a mobile phone at a nightclub in Madrid.

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