Manchester City appoints Oliver Reiss as Elite Development Squad head coach

Manchester City announced that Oliver Reiss will become the Head Coach of the club’s Elite Development Squad, replacing Ben Wilkinson. The academy restructure also saw Lauris Coggin promoted to Under‑18 coach. Reiss, who led the Under‑18s to a FA Youth Cup and league title, is tasked with preparing young players for senior football as Enzo Maresca steps in as first‑team head coach in the post‑Guardiola era.

In parallel, City confirmed Maresca’s appointment, signed midfielder Elliot Anderson and opened the summer transfer window to potential targets. Fans and journalists discussed the possible departure of winger Savinho, and the interest in midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi and other attackers as the club looks to reinforce its attacking options ahead of the new season.