It has become apparent as the 24/25 season has progressed that Manchester City were set to rebuild their squad. That process began during the January transfer window. The process simply had to begin

Manchester City and Aston Villa made big moves just before the midseason transfer window closed on Monday. Four-time defending Premier League champion City secured a late deal for Porto midfielder Nico Gonzalez for a reported $61.

Europe's winter transfer window closes on Monday, with teams trying to secure late deals in the market before the deadline. Manchester City, Aston Villa and Tottenham might be among the busiest clubs.