Fans Can’t Believe What Pep Guardiola Did with Morgan Gibbs-White After Man City’s 2-0 Win
Manchester City Secure FA Cup Final Spot and Set Sights on Morgan Gibbs-White as Guardiola Plans Major Summer Overhaul
Manchester City have successfully booked their place in the 2025 FA Cup final following a composed and confident performance against Nottingham Forest at Wembley on Sunday. The reigning champions claimed a 2-0 victory in their semi-final clash, with young star Rico Lewis and defender Josko Gvardiol each finding the back of the net on either side of halftime.
Despite City’s control over the match for large stretches, Nottingham Forest midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White emerged as a bright spark for the underdogs. The England international posed a real threat throughout the contest, hitting the woodwork twice and nearly capitalizing on a few defensive lapses from City. His impressive display did not go unnoticed by the Manchester City faithful—many of whom voiced their admiration for the talented midfielder online, with some even speculating about a potential move to the Etihad this summer.
Guardiola’s Midfield Overhaul: Gibbs-White in the Frame
With club legend Kevin De Bruyne preparing to depart at the end of the season, Manchester City are gearing up for a significant reshuffle in midfield. De Bruyne’s exit will not only leave a major creative void but also free up a considerable portion of the club’s wage budget—paving the way for two high-profile midfield arrivals.
Florian Wirtz of Bayer Leverkusen is currently viewed as the top target to step into De Bruyne’s shoes, but City’s interest doesn’t stop there. Nottingham Forest’s Gibbs-White has also emerged as a serious option. According to reports, club director Hugo Viana is an admirer of the former Wolves man, whose recent performances have added fuel to growing transfer speculation.
Adding to the intrigue, Pep Guardiola was seen having a short but notable conversation with Gibbs-White on the pitch following Sunday’s FA Cup semi-final. As reported by the Manchester Evening News, the chat between the City boss and the England international has intensified speculation that a summer transfer could be in the works.
“Kevin De Bruyne’s departure has already been announced, and the space he frees up on the wage bill allows for bringing two players in to replace him,” wrote MEN journalist Simon Bajkowski. “Florian Wirtz is a key target, while Gibbs-White earned a moment of Guardiola’s time after a semi-final performance where he came close more than once to punishing City’s complacency.”
If signed, Gibbs-White would join what’s expected to be a wave of new signings at Manchester City this summer, as Guardiola looks to inject fresh energy and depth into his squad.
Guardiola Eyes Squad Rebuild to Regain Premier League Crown
Last summer, City were relatively quiet in the transfer market—a move that some now believe may have cost them the Premier League title, which was recently handed over to Liverpool. Guardiola is determined not to make the same mistake again and is reportedly planning a busy and aggressive summer window to reshape the team.
According to the Manchester Evening News, City have identified several key areas in need of reinforcement. Rico Lewis’s standout display in midfield against Forest has prompted discussions about shifting him permanently into a central role, but that would necessitate a new right-back to replace veteran Kyle Walker. In addition to bolstering the midfield, City are also targeting reinforcements at left-back and between the sticks, with Juventus full-back Andrea Cambiaso currently leading the shortlist for the left flank.
Meanwhile, uncertainty continues to loom over the future of first-choice goalkeeper Ederson. If the Brazilian leaves, City could find themselves in the market for an elite shot-stopper as well.
With Guardiola determined to reclaim the Premier League crown in 2026, and with De Bruyne’s exit signaling the end of an era, Manchester City’s summer rebuild looks set to be one of the most ambitious in recent years. Fans can expect a flurry of activity as the club prepares for a new chapter—one that could very well feature the likes of Florian Wirtz, Morgan Gibbs-White, and a number of other exciting additions.
