Early-season struggles are not unknown at City in recent years but their defensive numbers so far in this one are of particular concern

Manchester City's "emergency" meeting with Pep Guardiola underscores the club's priority: securing his contract renewal. Despite a four-game losing streak, the club remains committed to Guardiola's leadership and is prioritizing negotiations for an extension that would mark a decade at the Etihad Stadium.

Following their defeat to Brighton last Saturday Manchester City entered the international break on the back of four consecutive defeats in all competitions. That represents uncharted territory for