Pep Lijnders has revealed that former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp encouraged him to take up the role of assistant coach to Pep Guardiola at Manchester City.
German goalkeeper Stefan Ortega has left Manchester City to join Premier League side Nottingham Forest on permanent move.
The Champions League knockout play-off draw has produced several high-profile clashes, with Newcastle United facing a demanding trip to Azerbaijan and Real Madrid set for a dramatic reunion with Jose Mourinho's Benfica.
Fulham have boosted their attacking ranks by signing Norway winger Oscar Bobb from Manchester City, with the 22-year-old agreeing to a five-and-a-half-year contract at Craven Cottage.
Bernardo Silva has reiterated his determination to keep fighting until the very end as Manchester City continue their pursuit of silverware on multiple fronts this season.
Pep Guardiola has praised old rival Jose Mourinho and urged Manchester City to use their rare free midweeks wisely after a controlled 2-0 win over Galatasaray secured a place in the Champions League last 16.