Manchester City have announced their squad for the upcoming tour of the United States, with star players Erling Haaland and Jack Grealish set to travel. The team is scheduled to play four games at four different venues during their tour, including matches at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill, N.C., New York's Yankee Stadium, Camping World Stadium in Orlando, FL, and Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio.
The opponents lined up for these games are Celtic, AC Milan, Barcelona, and Chelsea, respectively. The tour dates are set between July 23 and August 3, providing an exciting opportunity for fans in the United States to witness top-tier football action.
Goalkeeper Éderson is confirmed to be part of the tour squad, despite ongoing speculation about his future at the club. The majority of the travelling roster consists of promising youth players, as several key stars are yet to return to training following their participation in international tournaments this summer.
Notable absentees from the squad include Kevin De Bruyne, John Stones, Julián Álvarez, and Kyle Walker, who are still on break after their international commitments. Jack Grealish, who was not included in the England squad for Euro 2024, has been training with the team since early July as they gear up for their title defense.
Manchester City is aiming to secure an unprecedented fifth consecutive Premier League title in the upcoming 2024-25 season. However, uncertainties loom over the future of manager Pep Guardiola, whose contract is set to expire at the end of the upcoming season. The club's performance on the US tour will be closely watched by fans and pundits alike as they prepare for the challenges ahead.
