“Manchester City working on early arrival of new hierarchy member ahead of 2025 squad rebuild-BREAKING-he must resume at all cost,he needs to rebuild this team as soon as possible 😤you won’t believe whom is going to join Manchester city on January…😱

**Manchester City Push for Early Arrival of New Recruitment Chief Hugo Viana**

 

Premier League champions Manchester City are reportedly working to accelerate the arrival of Hugo Viana, who is set to take over as the club’s Director of Football, ahead of the originally planned timeline.

 

The summer of 2025 is expected to usher in significant changes at the club, both on and off the pitch. After 12 years overseeing the most successful period in City’s history, Txiki Begiristain has confirmed he will step down as Director of Football at the age of 60.

 

Begiristain has been instrumental in shaping City’s current dominance and has also played a key role in selecting his successor. Hugo Viana, currently Sporting CP’s Sporting Director, has agreed to join the Etihad hierarchy and was initially expected to arrive in time for the 2025 summer transfer window.

 

However, with City facing challenges across competitions and a major squad overhaul anticipated, reports from *TBR Football* suggest the club is keen to bring Viana on board earlier than planned. Discussions are reportedly underway with Sporting CP to facilitate Viana’s move before the end of the current season.

 

**Squad Rebuild Priority**

City are preparing for an active summer transfer window, with at least six new signings anticipated. To ensure a seamless transition and allow for a head start in player recruitment, the club hopes Viana can begin his work ahead of the main market next summer. However, while they are pushing for an earlier arrival, a January move is deemed unrealistic due to Sporting CP’s own needs.

 

**Guardiola’s Comments on Viana**

Manager Pep Guardiola has remained cautious but optimistic about working with Viana, stating recently, “I’m looking forward to speaking with him this season.” Guardiola also noted that Viana has already been in communication with City CEO Ferran Soriano and outgoing director Begiristain.

 

**Vision for the Future**

It remains to be seen whether Viana will align closely with the recruitment philosophy established by Begiristain and Guardiola or implement his own approach. Either way, City’s ability to rebuild the squad is backed by substantial financial resources, as the club has spent conservatively in recent transfer windows.

 

As Manchester City prepare for what could be a transformative period, Viana’s earlier arrival could play a crucial role in shaping the next chapter of Guardiola’s all-conquering team.