Manchester City will recall 20‑year‑old centre‑back Vitor Reis after his season‑long loan at Girona. The Brazilian arrived in January 2025 for £29.6m, a fee justified by his rapid development in Spain despite Girona’s relegation. With Pep Guardiola’s departure, the club eyes a smooth transition under Enzo Maresca, meaning Reis gets a genuine chance to fight for a first‑team spot as the club rebuilds.

Reis featured in 22 senior games for Palmeiras before City’s purchase, then logged 22 appearances for Girona, improving his duel success and physicality, according to commentator Miquel Agut Riera. He helped a backline that conceded the second‑fewest goals in the Premier League last season and earned praise as a ‘star in the making’ after handling Real Madrid and Barcelona opposition.

City’s defensive roster already includes Josko Gvardiol, Marc Guehi and new signing Abdukodir Khusanov, leaving limited openings. Yet Reis joins the squad for the July pre‑season tour of Hong Kong, where he can showcase readiness before a possible loan extension. Should he impress, the Brazilian could become a regular option in a side that barely altered its backline under the new manager.