
Alex James
Content Editor and Writer at Manchester Evening News
Content Editor & Writer at Manchester Evening News | Ex Burnley FC writer at Lancs Live | All opinions my own
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manchestereveningnews.co.uk | Alex James
Manchester City would love to sign Florian Wirtz this summer - but the Bayer Leverkusen star will come at a cost. It could well take £100m+ to prize him away, and while Pep Guardiola's side are well set financially the scale of the rebuild at the Etihad means that pricetag could be prohibitive. Wirtz is a superb talent and has all the hallmarks to slot seamlessly into the City system. But there are alternatives out there. And one, Rayan Cherki, could be a viable option.
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1 week ago |
manchestereveningnews.co.uk | Alex James
Manchester City could profit from two Premier League transfers this summerManchester City have long been the standard-bearer for maximising their academy. The Blues fielded three graduates in their first team for the weekend win over Crystal Palace with James McAtee, Nico O'Reilly and Rico Lewis in the side. Phil Foden could have made it four had he not been injured. As well as promoting players into the senior set-up, City are masters at moving on youngsters for big fees.
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yahoo.com | Alex James
A specialist college says hands-on work experience is the best way to help students with additional educational needs find jobs. Derwen College's Gobowen campus in Shropshire has a student-run restaurant, garden centre and hotel. Staff said these facilities allowed students to build their confidence and vocational skills in a safe environment. According to the Department for Work and Pensions, fewer than 5% of people who have a learning disability are in paid employment.
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1 week ago |
manchestereveningnews.co.uk | Alex James
Manchester City are chasing down a Champions League spot as the Premier League enters its final weeksRico Lewis believes his and Manchester City's mixed campaign will enable them to come back stronger next term. The Blues have struggled for much of the season but the 5-2 weekend win over Crystal Palace saw them leapfrog Chelsea and jump into the Premier League's top five as Pep Guardiola's side chase down Champions League football.
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manchestereveningnews.co.uk | Alex James
Kevin De Bruyne delivered a masterclass for Manchester City in their Premier League win over Crystal Palace. "There's no difference between me and Rico; he does his job like I do mine."Kevin De Bruyne was typically magnanimous after his star turn inspired Manchester City to a comeback Premier League victory over Crystal Palace on Saturday, playing down his role in the game and the team and namechecking the returning Rico Lewis. Lewis himself wasn't so sure with his outgoing teammate's assessment.
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