Vitor Reis Set for Girona Loan Switch From Manchester City

Vitor Reis is about to leave Manchester City for a short time. He is almost ready to join Girona on loan as the new La Liga season begins.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Vitor Reis, a talented young Brazilian defender, was not part of Manchester City’s team today. He is close to a loan move to Girona, with both clubs belonging to the City Football Group. They have reached an agreement for the loan, which is nearly finalized, allowing Reis to play in Spain’s top league for the first time. Reis joined Manchester City earlier in 2025. Reports confirm that this move is expected to bolster Girona’s squad.

WHY THIS MOVE MATTERS

Vitor Reis had few chances to showcase his talents in Manchester City’s matches before the season, having made mostly appearances with the Manchester City Under-23s last season, where he played 28 matches and scored twice in Premier League 2. Moving to Girona is significant for his growth, as he will likely receive more playing time in a challenging league. Girona’s performance dropped after finishing 3rd in La Liga, since they finished 16th last season and were under risk of relegation, thus they will benefit from Reis adding depth to their defense, as indicated by sources, the club aims to build on last year’s scare.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR REIS AND BOTH TEAMS?

After the loan is confirmed, Reis will join Girona right before their first league match next week against Rayo Vallecano, the last team from the previous season to still qualify for European football. Girona finished 16th last season, and will want a turnaround season this time as they are looking to integrate Reis quickly into their lineup as they aim to maintain their competitive edge for the beginning of La Liga. Meanwhile, Manchester City has a wealth of defensive options and will monitor Reis’s development closely throughout the season. It is worth noting that Manchester City retains a buy-back option for Reis following his loan to Girona.