Gundogan dream return | Is it a transfer no-brainer | Ipswich preview

The Talking City team are back to digest what's been another busy week for Manchester City. Topics covered in this show include the impact Rodri's injury will have on Man City going forward; the Carabao Cup win over Watford; and the upcoming Premier League fixture against Newcastle United. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski discuss City’s crazy draw with Arsenal and dissect the game’s talking points - from refereeing decisions to red cards, poor defending and last minute equalisers. They discuss why Mikel Arteta was so flustered at full-time, and ask why the rivalry between City and Arsenal has become so personal - especially after Bernardo Silva took things to a new level. Finally, they pick a team to face Watford with four academy players potentially coming in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski discuss City’s Champions League draw with Inter Milan and ask whether it was a point gained or two points dropped. With Inter looking so good against City, they look at how they managed to stop the Blues playing, and why some players look so tired all of a sudden. Next up is Arsenal, so attention turns to what we can expect from the Gunners - especially after their puzzling tactics last season. And there’s a word of advice for Peter Schmeichel, who went viral for criticising City fans this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Bray and Alex James discuss City’s hard-fought win over Brentford and look at why Pep Guardiola was so impressed with how the Bees played. They discuss Erling Haaland’s quest to make City history, and offer the latest City injury news on Phil Foden and Rodri ahead of two huge games this week vs Inter Milan and Arsenal. And it wouldn’t be a Talking City podcast without some talk of the Premier League charges, with the club’s ‘Trial of the Century’ beginning this week’. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski are back to bemoan the coverage around Manchester City’s Premier League charges amid news that their trial will begin next week - and they explain why nothing has really changed. With the international break over, they talk about Kevin De Bruyne’s angry rant, Nathan Ake’s injury and Erling Haaland’s availability vs Brentford. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski are back to discuss City’s controversial fixture farce that will see them play twice in three days this month thanks to a baffling UEFA decision. They reveal how City fans have been successful in their battle with the club to reverse parking charges for disabled fans - and then we’re asking YOU to have your say on all things City with our big City survey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski discuss City’s win at West Ham with another Erling Haaland and debate when he will reach 100 goals for the club. With Kevin De Bruyne issuing an update on his future, they delve into his brilliant start to the season, and wonder how interim England boss will use Rico Lewis during the international break. Also in the podcast, we cover the Champions League fixture list and ask why Erik Ten Hag keeps talking about City to defend his Manchester United record. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski discuss City’s transfer dealings as the window closes on deadline day. They explain why City decided not to sign a replacement for Julian Alvarez and ask whether they needed another midfielder to support Rodri. Following the Champions League draw, we look at whether the new format will actually improve the competition like UEFA say, before exploring Pep Guardiola’s latest challenge to Erling Haaland after another hat-trick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Simon Bajkowski and Tyrone Marshall discuss City’s shock move for Ilkay Gundogan, the benefits of a return for the midfielder and why it might make sense for all parties. They also preview Ipswich, discuss striker options and make an offer to Rodri he might not be able to refuse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Part One - Bobb injury blow Bobb injury How can they replace him Do they need any new signings? Phillips to Ipswich reaction Part two Chelsea preview Does Rodri start? Who plays at right back? Savinho debut? Part three Season predictions - winner, top four, relegated, champions league, top scorer, surprise package Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices