Manchester City decided to sell a midfielder after one season at the club?

Have Manchester City decided to cash in on Matheus Nunes after one season at the club? The Portugal international had a disappointing first season at the Etihad after joining the club from Wolves last summer. A new report now indicates that the champions have decided to sell the midfielder this summer.

James Richardson has reported for TeamTalk that Pep Guardiola has lost faith in Matheus Nunes. Additionally, Richardson reports that the city manager would like to see Nunes move on. Richardson adds that the champions are looking to refresh their midfield this summer. Finally, Richardson reports that Nunes is seen as too limited for Manchester City’s midfield.

It has undoubtedly been a frustrating first season at Manchester City for Matheus Nunes. He made just 31 appearances for the club in his debut season. Most of these were as substitutes or in games where the stakes were not at their maximum. All told, Nunes’ first season has been one of frustration and lack of opportunity for the former Wolves midfielder. He felt he needed a big moment in a crucial game to break the shackles of the world champions.

Despite his first season at the Etihad being a frustrating one for Nunes, he has the tools to play at a top club. This was evident during his match against Urawa Red Diamonds in the semi-final of the FIFA Club World Cup. The problem seems to be for the Portugal international that his game doesn’t seem suited to Manchester City’s strengths. Pep Guardiola prefers his team to control games with their possession-based style of play and Nunes is a more direct type of player. He is best at making runs at his opponents and late from midfield. Those strengths don’t seem suited to life at world champions.

It will be interesting to see what Manchester City do if they receive a substantial offer for Matheus Nunes. Richardson’s report indicates that the champions are likely to sell the Portugal international. It would be unfortunate if Matheus Nunes left the club after one season. But it may be best for Nunes and City, given that he doesn’t appear to be the right type of player for Pep Guardiola’s side.