Nevertheless, they have also recouped hundreds of millions through sales, and across the last five years six clubs - including their Carabao Cup semi-final opponents Newcastle - boast a higher net spend than City. "I'm a little bit sad and upset because in net spend the last five years we are seventh in the Premier League. Good luck to the six teams who are in front of us for net spend for the last five years. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTEXPRESS SPORT ON FB! We have a chance to make our fifth final in ten years in the Carabao Cup.

Source: Express February 03, 2026 20:17 UTC