Maresca names Dias Haaland Man City captains

Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has named four players who will serve as the club's captains for the upcoming season. The quartet, announced on Friday, September 4, 2026, includes Ruben Dias, Erling Haaland, Marc Guehi, and Gianluigi Donnarumma. This decision follows the departure of last season's captain, Bernardo Silva. The club also finalized significant transfer business on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, with midfielder Enzo Fernandez arriving from Chelsea for a reported British transfer record-equalling fee of 125 million pounds. Iliman Ndiaye also joined on deadline day. Manager Maresca expressed his satisfaction with the squad's completion, stating that the team is now ready to focus on performance. Fernandez, who previously played under Maresca at Chelsea, is available for selection and could make his debut when Manchester City hosts Coventry City at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday, September 5, 2026. Maresca spoke highly of Fernandez, noting his winning mentality and experience with major trophies like the World Cup and Club World Cup, qualities he believes will be invaluable to the team.