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NEWS · 24 Sep 2026

Manchester City’s data‑driven squad overhaul: From a 650,000‑strong database

BBC Sport explores how Manchester City’s data team has used a database of 650,000 profiles to reshape the squad over the past 18 months. The club’s analytical approach has become a cornerstone of its recent rebuild, combining technology with traditional scouting.

BBC Sport has taken a close look at Manchester City’s data team, revealing the depth of the club’s analytical ambitions. The team has become a key part of the club’s rebuild over the past 18 months, working alongside traditional scouting and coaching staff.

At the heart of the operation is a database that contains more than 650,000 player profiles. The sheer volume of data allows analysts to spot potential signings, track performance trends, and identify gaps in the squad.

Using this information, City has overhauled its squad in a systematic way. The club has moved beyond the old “gut‑feeling” approach to a data‑driven method that prioritises measurable attributes and fit within the team’s tactical framework.

The data team’s work has been integral to the club’s recent success, providing a scientific backbone to the transfer policy and helping to shape a squad that is both competitive and cohesive.

Looking ahead, City’s data analysts will continue to refine the database and feed insights into the next phases of the rebuild. The club aims to keep its squad at the cutting edge of football analytics as it prepares for the challenges of the upcoming season.