Manchester City's low point is like driving their car into a pit, no matter how hard they step on the accelerator, it doesn't seem to recover. They have dropped to fifth place in the Premier League table, and the distance from the top is like the stars in the sky - you want to grab them but can't.
In recent seasons, Manchester City seems to have gradually lost its former glory, as if it has suddenly become less sharp, and even makes people start to doubt whether they are too dependent on one person's performance.
Guardiola and Manchester City's management finally realized the seriousness of the problem. Everyone knows that to regain the feeling of fighting for the championship, a fundamental change is needed.
Returning to the top four is not just a goal, it is a must-complete task. The team's rebuilding work is accelerating, and Guardiola started early, wanting to change the situation and return to the path of the championship.
In Manchester City's low point, the midfield problem is undoubtedly the most obvious.
In the past few years, Rodri's role in Manchester City's midfield can be described as indispensable. He is the soul of both offense and defense, whether it is the defensive barrier in the backcourt or the advancement in the midfield, his influence is irreplaceable.
But unfortunately, Rodri recently missed due to injury, and Manchester City's midfield instantly became fragmented. The speed of attack and defense transition is not as good as before, and the defense often appears loopholes. Many times, the team's midfield seems to have no level, the attack cannot come out, and the defense is not stable.
Imagine, if Manchester City does not have Rodri's barrier, it is like a precision machine missing the most important gear, how can it run smoothly?
To fill the vacancy left by Rodri, Manchester City tried several replacements, with Rico Lewis and Kovacic playing in this position respectively, but the result is foreseeable - their performance cannot cover up the soft underbelly of the midfield.
Especially when facing strong teams, the gap between offense and defense is particularly prominent.
In other words, Manchester City urgently needs a midfielder who can shoulder the responsibility and perform well at both ends of the court to improve the overall defensive quality and midfield operation efficiency.
However, the problem comes, Manchester City's financial resources and luxurious lineup are not omnipotent, and it is not an easy task to find suitable players.
Speaking of signings, Manchester City's vision has always been keen.
In the past, they successfully introduced countless high-level players, and superstars like De Bruyne and Haaland were their trump cards.
This time, Manchester City set their sights on the midfielder Richi from Turin.
This player is quite capable, with excellent physical fitness and running ability, averaging nearly 11 kilometers per game, which can be compared with those triathlon athletes.
As a midfielder, Richi can not only run, but also has a strong ability to attack from behind, which can effectively provide support for the middle and front courts and increase the depth of the attack.
More importantly, Richi's value is only 28 million euros, which is not cheap, but compared with the prices of other top players, this transaction is undoubtedly relatively cost-effective.
Real Madrid and other giants are also interested in him, so Manchester City will probably have to offer a sincere bid if they want to sign him.
At the same time, Manchester City also has some plans to adjust the winger position.
Everyone knows that Grealish and Phil Foden are the two major attacking points on the flanks of Manchester City, but their performance this season has been somewhat mediocre, and the efficiency of flank attacks has dropped significantly.
Although Grealish is often associated with the ace of the England national team, his state is not as hot as people expect.
Foden is the same. Although he is young and promising, his performance this season seems to have not reached expectations.
In this case, Manchester City has to re-examine their winger lineup and look for new sources of vitality.
At this time, Manchester City's attention turned to Athletic Bilbao in Spain, targeting their talented winger Nick Williams.
You know, Williams is considered to be a talented winger like Amal. His personal ability is like having a superpower label, fast, strong in breaking through, especially in confrontation, it makes people feel like he is not playing football, but flying.
And he also has a super ability - to provide continuous offensive support for the middle and front courts.
Although his data this season is not top-notch, if he can join an attacking team like Manchester City, the potential he unleashes is conceivable.
Considering the €55 million release clause in his contract, Manchester City is likely to pay a hefty fee to bring him on board.
Manchester City needs fresh blood to enhance flank attacks, and Williams is undoubtedly an ideal choice.
In addition to these signings, Manchester City's team lineup is also facing the problem of veteran cleaning.
Bernardo Silva, as an important player for Manchester City in the past few seasons, once played a great role in both midfield and winger positions.
However, Bernardo's state has declined sharply this season, especially in the dual roles of winger and midfield, he seems to have lost his previous feeling.
Considering that Bernardo's market value is still 70 million euros, Manchester City may sell him to free up funds for signings and optimize the lineup.
For the future planning of the team, this may be a wise decision.
Judging from these trends, Manchester City's rebuilding work is in full swing, especially in the midfield and winger positions, their strengthening actions can be said to be rapidly advancing.
Potential players like Richi and Nick Williams will bring new vitality to the team and can also enhance Manchester City's overall competitiveness on the field.
The sale of Bernardo Silva is somewhat regrettable, but it also reflects the firmness and clarity of the team when re-examining the lineup structure.
The goal of Manchester City is obviously not just to maintain the status quo, but to hope to get out of the trough quickly through a series of targeted adjustments and return to the championship ranks.
The future of Manchester City is still full of hope. As long as they can effectively solve the current shortcomings in midfield and winger positions, they will still have the opportunity to show off on the stage of the Premier League and the Champions League in the next few seasons.
Whether it is through the introduction of versatile midfielders like Richi or through new stars like Williams on the wing, Manchester City is fully prepared for the future.
Reconstruction is not something that can be achieved overnight, but Guardiola and Manchester City's management have already started paving the way for the next championship dream. In the coming season, we will definitely see a brand-new Manchester City with stronger competitiveness, launching an assault towards new glory.
As Manchester City embarked on this rebuilding journey, the team's lineup adjustments and future plans undoubtedly attracted widespread attention from fans and media.
Although Manchester City's low point makes people sigh, the prospects for the future have also aroused discussions among many fans and netizens.
Just as some netizens said, although Manchester City is still adjusting now, their signing direction is very clear, and the reconstruction plan is worth looking forward to.
Some netizens expressed on social media: In fact, I think Manchester City's current situation is still an opportunity.
Because if you don't go through these troughs and failures, how can you see real hope?
Every top team will have bottlenecks, and Manchester City is currently in a transition period. They are not completely collapsed, but need a new beginning even more.
Guardiola, as a coach, has proven his abilities, and his tactical system can be quickly restored.
To say, Manchester City is now more likely to rise at this stage.
Especially in terms of strengthening midfield and winger positions, if they can introduce players like Richi, their midfield can be fundamentally improved.
The introduction of Williams is also a very smart decision.
Manchester City needs new vitality to promote the attack, and Williams' speed and breakthrough ability can become a very key change.
I think Manchester City's future is still bright, and Coach Guardiola has the ability to lead the team out of difficulties.
Another netizen put forward a different view: To be honest, I am a bit worried about Manchester City's current situation.
Although Guardiola is indeed an excellent coach, his insistence on tactics, especially the use of players, sometimes seems too stubborn.
After the absence of players like Rodri, the vacancy in Manchester City's midfield is exposed too obviously.
If Coach Guardiola still fails to find a suitable replacement, it is feared that their offense and defense will be difficult to return to the top level.
Moreover, although the introduction of Williams and Richi sounds good, can they really stand firm in a top team like Manchester City?
After all, they are still young and relatively inexperienced. How to adapt to the fierce competition in the Premier League is still a big question mark.
Even if they can integrate, the midfield problem of Manchester City has not been fundamentally solved.
Perhaps Coach Guardiola should consider making adjustments from a higher level instead of simply supplementing the lineup through new signings.
Shouldn't Manchester City's management also re-examine the team's long-term plan?
Different from the views of the previous two netizens, a netizen expressed concern about Bernardo Silva's future: From my point of view, Bernardo Silva's problem is actually more serious than many people think.
Although he once played an indispensable role in Manchester City, his state of decline is not just a matter of one or two games.
Apparently, Manchester City's reliance on him is decreasing, and some fans even think that Bernardo's performance this season can be described as invisible.
In a team like Manchester City, which is characterized by high-intensity offense, if Bernardo cannot maintain sufficient activity and influence, it is indeed a problem.
Bernardo's value is not low either, and Manchester City can completely exchange this transaction for some urgently needed funds to introduce players who are more suitable for the team