Manchester City Secure Nico O’Reilly To New Long-Term Contract

Manchester City have agreed a new contract with promising 20-year-old midfielder Nico O’Reilly, securing his future at the club despite strong interest from other teams this summer. As confirmed in reports, the extension will keep O’Reilly at the club until June 2028.

WHAT HAPPENED?

After several weeks of speculation, Manchester City have reached an agreement with Nico O’Reilly on a new long-term deal. O’Reilly, who broke into the first team last season and impressed in various positions including left-back, will also take on a new squad number. The club turned down two bids from Bayer Leverkusen and approaches from Premier League sides before convincing the England Under-20 international to stay and continue his development at the Etihad. Recent updates indicate that O’Reilly has been receiving interest from clubs in both the Bundesliga and Premier League.

WHY O’REILLY MATTERS FOR CITY

O’Reilly’s versatility and leadership during his time in City’s academy have made him a key prospect for Pep Guardiola’s squad. His involvement grew throughout the 2024/25 campaign as he contributed with consistent performances, goals, and assists from midfield. As of now, O’Reilly has played 12 times for Manchester City last season, scoring three goals and assisting two. City’s coaching staff see him as an important squad member for the upcoming 2025/26 season. Locking down his future signals the club’s commitment to promoting youth and maintaining squad depth as they look to improve on last season’s performance. Manchester City finished the previous Premier League season in third place, and will aim for the title again.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR O’REILLY AND CITY?

With his new contract secured, O’Reilly is set to play a bigger role in Manchester City’s first team this season. The club’s immediate focus is the Premier League opener against Wolves next weekend, a clash between last year’s top two sides. In the 2024/25 Premier League, City’s season opener is scheduled against Wolves, who finished near the relegation zone and remain a tough opponent. Securing young talents like O’Reilly will help City maintain their competitive edge as they chase both domestic and European trophies in the upcoming season.