With that expanded competition being added to a packed schedule in the summer of 2025, clubs involved are being given a special transfer window in which to do business. Short-term deals are allowed that could see players snapped up on contracts which only run for a matter of weeks.
Premier League giants City are also heading to the CWC and are currently sweating on the fitness of star striker Erling Haaland - with the prolific Norwegian frontman nursing an ankle injury that could rule him out of more trophy bids.
Could Guardiola be tempted to make a play for Manchester United legend Ronaldo? Ex-Red Devils forward Sheringham told casinoapps.com: “I mean, Man United fans wouldn't be happy. Wow, I've not even thought about that, Ronaldo would definitely be excited by it. I bet if you offered him the chance to go to Man City, he would bite your hand off.”