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.
Maicon joined Manchester City on 31 August 2012 as part of a £3 million deal, donning the number 3 jersey. His City career began on 15 September with a 1–1 tie against Stoke City.