What happened: Manchester City are set to recall a teenage goalkeeper days after his season-long League One loan began. He is expected to report back during the week of July 20 and join the club’s two-week preseason tour of Asia.
Why it matters: The temporary return gives Manchester City additional goalkeeping The arrangement could limit the goalkeeper’s preparation time with his loan club before the League One campaign begins.
By the numbers: Manchester City are expected back from South Korea on Aug. 10, five days before the loan club’s opening league match on Aug. 15.
What to watch: Watch whether the goalkeeper returns to his loan club immediately after the tour and is available for the opening fixtures.