A World Cup standout looks to be tailor-made for the Manchester City midfield.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is now in full swing. There have been a host of standout players already that have caught the eye during the tournament. Lionel Messi, Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappe and Harry Kane have all laid down a marker for the tournament. Also, there are a host of other players who have also made an impression at the tournament. One of those is German midfielder Felix Nmecha. Watching Nmecha play, he looks to be tailor-made for a role in the Manchester City midfield. Nmecha has been linked with a move to City in the past but there may be little chance of City signing him this summer. However, stranger things have happened.
Felix Nmecha has been the standout midfielder for Germany at the World Cup.
Germany has already booked their place in the Round of 32 at this summer’s World Cup. They beat Curaçao 7-1 in their opening Group E fixture. Felix Nmecha opened the scoring in that match with a quality finish to set Germany on their way to an emphatic win. Nmecha was superb in Germany’s opening match as he kept possession superbly well and won his share of duels in midfield to help the four-time World Cup winners begin their tournament in a strong fashion.
Felix Nmecha’s game went up a gear as Germany beat Côte D’Ivoire 2-1 overnight to book themselves a place in the Round of 32. Germany had their hands full with a physical Côte D’Ivoire side and fell behind in the first half to a Franck Kessie tap-in. Substitute Deniz Undav bagged a brace in the second half to secure Germany a vital win and his 94th minute winner came from a sublime ball from Felix Nmecha. Nmecha’s defence-splitting ball was reminiscent of Yaya Toure in his prime and it was pivotal to Germany’s win.
Outside of his match-winning pass, Felix Nmecha showed that he could immediately slot into the Manchester City midfield with his performance against Côte D’Ivoire. The match between Germany and Côte D’Ivoire resembled a typical Premier League fixture with its physicality and end-to-end nature. Nmecha shone in midfield playing alongside Alexander Pavlovic as a number-six/number eight against a physical opponent. He almost controlled the midfield battle and his physicality and ability to win duels were impossible to ignore. Also, Nemcha was excellent in possession. He created the winner and another big chance for his team. Nemcha basically controlled the midfield in last night’s match, which isn’t easy to do in a World Cup match where the stakes are so high.
Watching Nmecha overnight, you couldn’t help but think with his size and all-around ability that he’d be a great fit into the Manchester City midfield.
It is easy to see where Felix Nmecha would fit into the Manchester City midfield but he may be unattainable.
It is easy to see how Felix Nmecha would fit into the Manchester City midfield. His game does look to complement Rodri’s and if City do sign Elliot Anderson, Nmecha would in theory work well with the England international. However, like all things that seem too good to be true, there may be little chance of Manchester City signing Nmecha this summer.
AdvertisementAdvertisementFelix Nmecha signed a contract extension with Borussia Dortmund until 2030 back in March. Also, Fabrizio Romano reported at the time that Manchester City had no interest in signing the German international. That may change if Nmecha’s impressive form at the World Cup continues. Although, Borussia Dortmund would not contemplate selling Nmecha for a cut-price fee, or if at all.
However, a new report indicates that Felix Nmecha could be open to leaving Borussia Dortmund this summer. Graeme Bailey has reported for TeamTalk that Nmecha is open to leaving Dortmund. Furthermore, Bailey reports that intermediaries are exploring the market on behalf of Felix Nmecha. Bailey reports that Manchester City, Manchester United, Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool have been approached regarding Nmecha’s situation. None of the clubs mentioned have dismissed a move for Nmecha, Bailey adds. So perhaps there is a small chance that Manchester City could move for Felix Nmecha this summer.
Final thoughts.
The World Cup always throws up players who perform well in the tournament and secure themselves a big move. German midfielder Felix Nmecha could be one such player. Watching his performance against Côte D’Ivoire, you couldn’t help but think that Nmecha’s strengths in and out of possession would be tailor-made for a role in the Manchester City midfield. It seems an unlikely move at this stage, but if Nmecha continues his strong form, the case for City to move to bring Nmecha back to the club may become overwhelming.
Badenoch blasts 'moaning' female Labour MPs over Burnham jobs 'quota'
Kemi Badenoch has told Labour women to earn a job in Andy Burnham's Cabinet instead of demanding they are handed jobs because of their gender.
The Tory leader lashed out today amid reports that female MPs are demanding the de-facto new prime minister introduce a 50:50 gender split 'quota' in his government.
Amid reports that former foreign secretary David Miliband is being lined up to return to the role, possibly with his brother Ed as Chancellor, one female minister also complained that Burnham could not have 'more Milibands than women' in the top posts.
But in a scathing article in the Times today Mrs Badenoch told them to 'stop moaning' and get chosen on merit instead of retreating into 'more of the failed identity politics that is holding back our country'.
'There are many, many reasons why you shouldn't have any Milibands in the cabinet,' she said.
'But complaining that the boys haven't given them the right jobs or that the boys are taking all the jobs, just shows that Labour's women still don't get it.'
The idea of quotas was also attacked by Baroness Jacqui Smith, Labour's Skills Minister.
Asked by Times Radio if Mr Burnham should reserve jobs for women, she said: 'No, I think what Andy Burnham should be doing is building the very best team around him to change this country.'
A letter written by the Women's Parliamentary Labour Party has called on Mr Burnham to ensure a 50:50 split between men and women in government jobs
Amid reports that former foreign secretary David Miliband (above, right, in 2010) is being lined up to return to the role, possibly with his brother Ed as Chancellor, one female minister complained that Burnham could not have 'more Milibands than women' in the top posts
But Mrs Badenoch told them to pipe down and get chosen on merit instead of retreating into 'more of the failed identity politics that is holding back our country'
A letter written by the Women's Parliamentary Labour Party and seen by the BBC has called on Mr Burnham to ensure a 50:50 split between men and women in government jobs after he succeeds Sir Keir Starmer.
'We are asking you to demonstrate this change from day one and address the toxicity and misogyny within our own party and government,' it said.
Labour has never had a female leader, while the Conservatives have had three, and Mrs Badenoch urged the government to follow its meritocratic example.
'If you run a meritocracy, then you do not have to worry about jobs for the boys,' she wrote.
'Every woman who is a Conservative MP, every woman who has ever won the leadership, has had to fight to get where she is.
'By contrast, Labour women are demanding guarantees from Burnham. But the truth is he doesn't have to give any guarantees.
'If none of Labour's women are prepared to get their hands dirty and challenge him for the leadership, their demands are toothless.'
'In fact, it's quite revealing that the women's parliamentary Labour Party has written to Burnham asking him to commit himself to at least 50 per cent female ministers.
'This has nothing to do with meritocracy. It is yet more of the failed identity politics that is holding back our country.'
Venezuela Fury and Noah Price subsidising their life by livestreaming
Venezuela Fury and her husband Noah Price look to be making their own way in the world by raking it in from their lucrative social media accounts.
The influencer daughter of Tyson and Paris Fury, 16, has become an internet sensation after tying the knot with her husband Noah, 19, earlier this year.
Since getting married and moving in together the couple have been earning thousands of pounds a month, livestreaming their life as newlyweds in their static caravan in the East Riding of Yorkshire.
And fans can't get enough of their regular life updates on TikTok and Kick, which have proved to be very profitable for the pair.
They look to be supporting themselves after Noah denied that he was given £5million by Venezuela's family as a wedding gift.
Despite his wife's huge family wealth, an estimated combined £160 million, Noah recently told his Kick followers that he 'pays for everything' for the couple.
Making light of the claims about Venezuela's millionaire financial status, Noah said: 'I actually pay for everything unfortunately. You'd expect the millionaire to pay for it wouldn't you.'
Venezuela Fury and Noah Price are earning thousands livestreaming their caravan life - after her new groom insisted he pays all the bills and denied he had £5m handout from her dad
The influencer daughter of Tyson and Paris Fury , 16, has become an internet sensation after tying the knot with her husband Noah, 19, earlier this year
Venezuela then asked their fans: 'Do you think I am a millionaire?'
Noah joked: 'She isn't a secret millionaire guys', before she broke into song and sang: 'But I live like a millionaire!'
But it seems according to estimated calculations from their social media work, Noah and Venezuela can more than afford to support themselves.
Noah has been livestreaming on platforms such as Kick and TikTok, where viewers can send paid gifts or donations.
He was previously encouraging viewers to send gifts on his honeymoon during livestreams, suggesting this is one revenue stream.
Both Noah and Venezuela have built substantial followings on Instagram and TikTok. They can potentially earn money through sponsored posts, brand collaborations, affiliate links and creator payouts.
Kick allows its creators to take home 95 per cent of the £4.99 subscription cost that fans pay.
Streamers keep 100 per cent of direct tips and donations, minus minor standard payment processing fees.
It is unclear how many subscribers Noah currently has because this information is hidden, but he does have 7,200 followers which is publicly viewable.
An industry insider has suggested Noah is making around £400 per video on TikTok, while Venezuela is likely to make £2,000 due to her following count of 1.3 million.
An industry insider has suggested Noah is making around £400 per video on TikTok, while Venezuela is likely to make £2,000 due to her following count of 1.3 million
In one video on their honeymoon, Noah asked his followers if they'd give them some more gifts now that they were married.
In a TikTok live viewed by 20,000 he said: 'Keep liking our videos people, keep sending gifts.'
After saying thank you to several of his followers he joked they should stick around on the livestream and 'watch Venezuela punch me in the mouth'.
The other half of the honeymooning couple said: 'I am, honestly!'
Noah previously confirmed that the pair don't share their finances after they were asked whether they have a shared bank account.
'She earns her money, I earn mine,' said Noah, as Venezuela joked: 'Yeah, what you gonna do about it.'
Noah went on to debunk the rumour that Tyson gave him £5million when he tied the knot with his daughter as he insisted: 'No Tyson did not give me £5million'.
Meanwhile Venezuela is being eyed up by executives for a fly on the wall TV series.
Noah went on to debunk the rumour that Tyson gave him £5million when he tied the knot with his daughter as he insisted: 'No Tyson did not give me £5million'
Boasting 1.3 million TikTok followers, Venezuela is already entertaining fans with her honest musings and candid moments, from cooking to kitting out her and Noah's static caravan home.
And following the success of the Netflix series At Home With The Furys, it is no wonder bosses are wanting to draw on the Fury popularity.
A TV insider said: 'The couple are not A-list celebrities but everyone has become obsessed with their love story.
'People are genuinely intrigued by them. Whether it’s the fact they have married so young, Venezuela’s famous family or their gypsy lifestyle, they have the ‘X factor'.
'Several TV executives think a proper fly-on-the-wall series following their lives as newlyweds in the gypsy community would be fascinating,' they told The Sun.
It is thought Netflix would be likely to produce the series due to their already established relationship with the Furys.
Venezuela's representatives told The Daily Mail: 'We have many offers on the table regarding Venezuela which we are discussing.'
