This is supposed to be a big transfer window for City. A new manager who will probably not see the team play, or even meet all the players, before some go off to the World Cup and others to holidays; a shorten transfer window and enormous expectations (9th isn't good enough for Puel). What could possibly go wrong? (Or, do I mean; how could it possibly go right?)
One may argue as to whether Puel was the right choice, or no but, sacking him now represents a major faux pas by the owners and puts the club's continued Premier League future in doubt. I think they have to have faith in their choice, back him with the transfer funds, and pray that next season sees the performances that everybody wants.