As we come to the end of another busy day, it’s time to give a round-up of all things City.
A key breakthrough in the Marlos Moreno deal was rumoured to have occurred yesterday. Today, this has been confirmed by the Atletico Nacional manager.
Atletico Nacional coach Reinaldo Rueda: "Everything with Moreno is very close. It is a decision that has been made by his agent and reps."
— City Watch (@City_Watch) July 12, 2016
The Daily Mail have endorsed The Telegraph’s story claiming that City are expecting movements in the Sané deal this week.
Leroy Sane is expected to give Manchester City an answer over his proposed £40m switch from Schalke this week. [Mail]
— City Watch (@City_Watch) July 12, 2016
As it becomes more and more obvious that Pep Guardiola wants to sign at least one new ‘keeper, the rumours are showing no signs of stopping.
City have signed Gerónimo Rulli and will loan him to Sociedad with an obligation to buy for €7m. City will then have a buy-back clause. [AS]
— City Watch (@City_Watch) July 12, 2016
Having been heavily linked to Marc-André Ter Stegen recently, it appears that the German stopper has decided to stay in Cataluña after Barca have made him their first choice ‘keeper.
Ter Stegen had reached an agreement to join Manchester City, which led to Barcelona making him their number one in all competitions. [TV3]
— City Watch (@City_Watch) July 12, 2016
As one door closes, another one opens…
With Ter Stegen now number one, it creates a problem with Claudio Bravo, who may leave Barcelona for City. [TV3]
— City Watch (@City_Watch) July 12, 2016
Although, The Guardian don’t seem convinced.
Despite reports in Spain, City are not interested in signing Barcelona goalkeeper Claudio Bravo (33). [Guardian]
— City Watch (@City_Watch) July 12, 2016
Contrasting reports on how close Kolarov is to moving to Turkey appeared today. Thankfully, the more reliable outlet report that a deal is close.
However, @LigTV, one of the more reliable sources in Turkey, claim that a deal for Kolarov is 'done' and just missing an announcement.
— City Watch (@City_Watch) July 12, 2016
It appears that Turkish clubs are keeping a close eye on City’s unwanted players, as Wilfried Bony is the latest player to be linked with a move.
A City source said: "The club think they can get a better deal somewhere else for straight cash but Bony will have a big say." [Sun]
— City Watch (@City_Watch) July 12, 2016
After a series of links to full-backs, SPORT have their say on how our defensive flanks will look next season. Fans of a certain Argentinian warrior may be happy…
On the left, youngster Angeliño (19) could replace Aleksandar Kolarov if he leaves for Besiktas. [SPORT]
— City Watch (@City_Watch) July 12, 2016
But what does this mean for rumoured target, Bruno Peres? Has this denial been issued because Zabaleta has told the club that he will be staying?
City insist there is no interest in Torino right-back Bruno Peres, who has been repeatedly linked as a Zabaleta replacement. [@Sammy_Goal]
— City Watch (@City_Watch) July 12, 2016
Meanwhile, we finally have some developments in the John Stones move, courtesy of The Liverpool Echo.
Stones is due to return to Everton next week and so City will try and push through a deal before then. [Liverpool Echo]
— City Watch (@City_Watch) July 12, 2016
Finally, City youngster Kean Bryan has had an operation on his wrist and will be out for a few weeks. Get well soon Kean!
Had a minor operation my wrist today as I fractured it in training on Friday. Gutted as things was going so well.😔B back in 3 weeks. #Mcfc
— Kean Bryan (@keanB07) July 12, 2016
And that is your summary of another action-packed day! Be sure to keep informed with all things City during the day here and on Twitter at @City_Watch.
