Guardiola Hands Academy Duo First-Team Promotion
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has confirmed that academy graduates James McAtee and Nico O’Reilly will be promoted to the first team squad for the upcoming 2024/2025 season.
The young duo have impressed the Catalan manager during the club’s pre-season tour of the United States, earning themselves opportunities to shine at the top level.
McAtee, in particular, caught the eye in City’s recent 4-2 victory over Chelsea, showcasing his potential.
Both players are now set to be integrated into the first team setup as Guardiola looks to build for the future while maintaining the club’s dominance.