Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has responded coolly to growing transfer speculation linking Oscar Bobb with a loan move to Borussia Dortmund, refusing to be drawn into January discussions. Speaking ahead of City’s Premier League clash with Sunderland on New Year’s Day 2026, Guardiola dismissed questions about the winger’s future.
His comments, shared by Fabrizio Romano on his official X account, came as City prepare for the trip to the Stadium of Light, a fixture already previewed by SoftFootball as Sunderland get set to host the champions.
Fabrizio Romano posted:
Oscar Bobb and Borussia Dortmund in talks? You can ask Oscar, not me…, says Pep Guardiola.
Reports suggest discussions are ongoing between Manchester City and Borussia Dortmund over a potential season-long loan for the 22-year-old, with SoftFootball noting that talks have intensified as City close in on Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo.
Guardiola, however, maintained his focus on the immediate task, showing little interest in addressing rumours while City continued their title push.
Bobb has endured a frustrating spell due to injury, which has disrupted what initially looked like a breakthrough campaign. He impressed earlier in the season during City’s emphatic 4-0 win over Wolves, playing a key role in the build-up to goals and showing his ability to thrive at the highest level. That performance underlined why he remains highly rated within the club.
His momentum was halted during the Carabao Cup tie against Brentford, where he started brightly before limping off with a hamstring injury. SoftFootball reported how his night ended early despite a lively opening spell, with Phil Foden replacing him. The setback followed a long recovery from a leg fracture suffered in 2024, further limiting his chances of regular minutes this season.
Despite his limited involvement, Bobb is still viewed as a player with significant upside. He has already delivered memorable moments in a City shirt, including a dramatic late winner at Newcastle in December 2023. A loan move to Dortmund could offer him consistent game time in a competitive environment, while City would retain control of his long-term future.
The potential arrival of Semenyo is expected to reshape City’s attacking options, reducing opportunities for fringe players. While Guardiola remains noncommittal publicly, the coming days could prove decisive for Bobb as the January window approaches and both clubs look to finalise their plans.
