So far their additions during an ambitious summer have been largely focused on midfield and defence, with approximately £229m spent on the additions of Sandro Tonali, Mateus Fernandes and Jan Paul van Hecke, who joined along with free agents Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi and Martin Dubravka.

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Both Mikel Arteta and Enzo Maresca will be keen on integrating their new recruits, with both Arsenal and City active in the transfer market. This contest has seen sparks fly in recent times, so its status as a friendly may be a bit of a misnomer.

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Manchester City have completed the signing of Argentina goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli from Marseille. The 34-year-old returns to Etihad Stadium - where he spent the 2016-17 season without making a first-team appearance - on a two-year deal.