On 31 August 2012, Maicon signed for Manchester City in a £3 million transfer deal, taking the number 3 shirt. He made his City debut on 15 September in a 1–1 draw against Stoke City.
On 31 August 2012, Maicon signed for Manchester City in a £3 million transfer agreement, taking the number 3 jersey. He made his City debut on 15 September in a 1–1 draw against Stoke City.