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Manchester City An offer has been submitted for a “dynamic” midfielder ahead of the January transfer window and Guardiola According to reports, he is believed to be a huge fan.
Manchester City continue to struggle after loss to Aston Villa
Defeat at Villa Park on Saturday afternoon highlighted City’s woes, with a 2-1 defeat after another disappointing performance keeping them out of the top four of the league. Premier League.
Guardiola’s side have seen a significant decline in performance this season after winning four consecutive league titles, and their poor form coincides with Rodri’s absence due to injury, which shows how important the midfielder is to the team.
Mateo Kovacic and Ilkay Gundogan were given the nod in central midfield yesterday afternoon in the Spaniard’s absence, but they were flattered, with the latter now arguably entering the game of his career old age.
Guardiola may therefore feel that he needs to strengthen this winter if his side are to return to the Champions League. Leverkusen’s Jamal Musiala Although expensive, it is considered a target.
Relevant
Now, Guardiola appears to have identified his main targets for strengthening the midfield, with reports from Spain detailing the openings Manchester City have made an offer for Atalanta midfielder EdersonGuardiola personally sees him as an “ideal reinforcement” for 2025.
Manchester United are also interested in the midfielder, which could push the price up, and there is a feeling a deal could be worth around €70m (£58m), with a swap deal also a possibility. City are said to be determined to beat their rivals to sign the 25-year-old, with the outcome of the transfer battle likely to be revealed in the coming weeks.
Manchester City need a new midfielder
The Brazilian was praised by journalist Bence Bosak earlier this year amid links with Liverpool, who said:
Since then, the Atlanta star has gone from strength to strength, play an important role Atalanta have enjoyed success in the Europa League and he remains one of the Serie A team’s starters this season.
It’s clear City need to strengthen this January, with Rodri’s injury exposing just how reliant they are on the Spain international, and they need to bolster their midfield with a player who’s proven to be at the top level.
Ederson might fit the bill in that regard, but it remains to be seen whether City can win the race for his signature, especially given the ongoing legal battle with the Premier League, which could be off-putting to potential targets.
