Manchester City revealed its new away kit for the 2026-27 Premier League season three weeks before its start date with Erling Haaland as the face of the unveiling event. The striker from Norway was present at the unveiling ceremony along with the rest of his teammates, and unveiled the team's new black and yellow "worker bee" shirt that has been inspired by the city's industrial legacy and is one of the most recognized symbols of the city of Manchester. This design honors the worker bee that symbolizes hard work, strength and unity.

PUMA Vice President Teamsport Dominique Gauthier said, “This kit is about giving Manchester City’s players a shirt that performs at the highest level while carrying real meaning for the city and its fans. We wanted every detail to reflect the identity of this club and the culture around it. It’s a shirt built for the pitch but made to be worn with pride well beyond it.” 

John Stones Begins New Chapter After Leaving Manchester City 

Manchester City has seen a significant shift in its squad this summer, with England defender John Stones making the move to Inter Milan on a contract that extends until the summer of 2028. This transfer marks the end of his decade-long journey at City, where he first arrived in 2016. As reported by Goal.com, Stones is now part of the prestigious Italian club, known for their impressive haul of 21 Serie A titles and three European Cups, as he embarks on a new adventure in Italy.

Stones departs Manchester as one of the club's standout defenders. Over the course of 295 appearances, he netted 19 goals and played a crucial role in securing numerous major trophies for City. His impressive trophy cabinet includes multiple Premier League titles, three FA Cups, five League Cups, three Community Shields, the UEFA Champions League, the UEFA Super Cup, and the FIFA Club World Cup. He has also been a vital player for England, earning 94 international caps and participating in the UEFA European Championship finals in both 2021 and 2024. Most recently, he was part of the squad that reached the semifinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where they faced a tough defeat against Argentina.

After finalizing his transfer, Stones expressed his pride and excitement about starting this new chapter with Inter Milan. He described the move as a long-awaited opportunity and shared that he had discussed it with his family before making the decision to continue his career in Italy. Stones also commended Inter's recent achievements, having clinched both Serie A and the Coppa Italia last season.