Man City Eyes Rebuild After Real Madrid Loss

Manchester City is facing significant changes after a challenging season, highlighted by their early exit from the Champions League following a 6-3 aggregate defeat to Real Madrid. Pep Guardiola openly acknowledged the need for a rebuild, citing the inability of key players to cope with the intense schedule due to injury issues, with Rodri, Kevin De Bruyne, and Ruben Dias particularly affected. Guardiola hinted at a potential clear-out of injury-prone and aging players. Despite Manchester City's struggles, Guardiola recognized Real Madrid as favorites for the Champions League, along with other strong contenders such as Liverpool, Barcelona, and PSG. Guardiola emphasized the need to use Real Madrid as a benchmark for future improvements. The team will now shift focus to domestic competitions, including their upcoming Premier League match against Liverpool.