Manchester City are poised to trim their squad ahead of the new season, with defender Manuel Akanji emerging as a prime target for Turkish giants Galatasaray. According to Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, City manager Pep Guardiola is keen on reducing the team’s roster, paving the way for Akanji’s potential departure.
As negotiations between City and Akanji’s camp continue, Galatasaray officials have arrived in the United Kingdom to expedite the deal. Meanwhile, the Premier League champions have set their sights on Real Madrid’s Brazilian winger Rodrygo, but any move for the 22-year-old is contingent on fellow Brazilian Savinho joining Tottenham Hotspur.
Rodrygo’s future at the Santiago Bernabéu has been a subject of speculation throughout the summer, with the player struggling to cement a starting spot in Carlo Ancelotti’s lineup. Despite being an unused substitute in Real Madrid’s 1-0 LaLiga opener against Osasuna, Rodrygo has drawn interest from several top-tier clubs, including Arsenal and Tottenham.
As the transfer window enters its final stages, Manchester City’s pursuit of Rodrygo is likely to hinge on the outcome of Savinho’s proposed move to Spurs. Should the deal materialize, City will be well-placed to swoop in for Rodrygo, bolstering their attacking options ahead of the new campaign.
While the intricacies of the transfer market can often prove unpredictable, one thing is certain – Manchester City’s determination to refine their squad and mount a strong title defense. With Akanji’s potential departure and Rodrygo’s possible arrival, the stage is set for a thrilling conclusion to the summer transfer window.
