It is clear, even the league competition has not yet been rolled out. So, we can't predict what will happen next season in the Champions League. although in truth, City is currently a very tough team compared to other competing teams. perhaps, they are stronger than this season with their younger and more energetic newcomers.
but on the other hand, other clubs are also making efforts to make their teams more competitive as they embark on their new season, both in the Domestic League and the Champions League. to be sure, each team will compete to strengthen their squad by bringing in newcomers who have quality. also, it looks like the level of competition next season is quite more interesting than in the 2022/2023 season.
But, if we talk City for now. it seems likely that they will continue to move smoothly, at least until the semi-finals. or maybe, they could just be a finalist again. it could also, they slipped in the last 16 round. and for sure, in football anything can happen. in fact, a team that is not seeded could win this competition next season. the point is, let's just follow how these teams add to their strength by deepening the team's squad ahead of the competition being rolled out.
I agree with your viewpoint. In football, especially before the start of the season, nothing is certain. However, if I may speculate, if Manchester City's squad undergoes minimal changes, they have a strong chance of winning the Champions League consecutively in the upcoming season, similar to what Real Madrid achieved in the past. As long as Pep Guardiola remains their head coach, I believe City has a great opportunity to achieve this feat.
If teams like Madrid, Munich, Barcelona, Inter Milan, and other strong contenders are not consistent, the door will be wide open for City. This would mark a new chapter in the history of the Champions League. From a statistical standpoint, they would become the first English team to accomplish such a feat. It would be truly fascinating if this were to actually happen.