The recent moves by Manchester City in the player market have seemed focused and clear, potentially introducing a significant talent to the squad.
Iman Beney has joined City, a player who gained recognition during the 2025 European Championship while representing Switzerland. The 18-year-old was a standout performer for the host nation.
Besides Beney, which other players have joined the team, and what were Beney’s first words after signing?
Manchester City’s transfer window: Not all positive
Beney officially became a City player on June 22, with the duration of her contract remaining confidential.
She stated: “The club has set ambitious targets for the upcoming season, and I believe City offers the ideal environment for my personal development. Their style of play, which emphasizes possession, aligns perfectly with my own preference for having the ball, making it a great fit. I would like to extend my gratitude to everyone at Young Boys for their support throughout my journey.”
Another notable player who showcased their skills at Euro 2025 has joined City, a move widely anticipated within the women’s football community.
Sydney Lohmann, a German international, officially made the switch on July 9, following an unintentional reveal by the club’s merchandise store.
Fans in England may remember her as the target of Jill Scott’s outburst during the Euro 2022 final.
However, the transfer period has not been entirely positive for City, as star forward Chloe Kelly departed as a free agent.
Last season, Kelly pursued a temporary transfer to Arsenal, flourishing under the guidance of Renee Slegers. Her move to the Gunners occurred just before the commencement of the Euros.
Kelly wasn’t the only prominent player to leave City. Jill Roord has also moved on after contributing to the team for a couple of seasons.
The club has seen a number of changes, which includes the appointment of Andrée Jeglertz as the new manager. Therefore, the following provides a comprehensive list of player arrivals and departures:
Manchester City’s signings
|
Player |
Previous club |
Type of transfer |
|
Sydney Lohmann |
Bayern Munich |
Undisclosed fee |
|
Iman Beney |
Young Boys |
Undisclosed fee |
|
Jade Rose |
Harvard University |
Undisclosed fee |
Manchester City’s departures
|
Player |
New club |
Type of transfer |
|
Aemu Oyama |
Rosengard |
Loan |
|
Chloe Kelly |
Arsenal |
Free transfer |
|
Laia Aleixandri |
Barcelona |
Free transfer |
|
Jill Roord |
FC Twente |
Undisclosed fee |
