Time to catch up on today’s news – here’s your City Summary:
It finally looks as if City are reaching the business end of the window, after plenty of speculation in the past few months.
Marlos Moreno has given us his reasons for joining The Blues, whilst his agent has high hopes for him at the club.
Moreno's agent, Eladio Tamayo, said in the same interview that the intention is for Moreno to break into the City team within 6-12 months.
— City Watch (@City_Watch) July 29, 2016
Despite claims made by The Mail that the deal for John Stones is at a ‘stalemate’, Rory Smith of The Times is confident that the deal will be completed in the coming days.
Rory Smith (@RorySmithTimes) on John Stones to City: "It can be a very slow process at the end, but it will go through in the coming days."
— City Watch (@City_Watch) July 29, 2016
However, City have seemingly briefed the press that they will not be held to ransom over Stones, with the Guardian and Telegraph reporting that Txiki does not want to bid more than £40 million. Everton are said to value Stones at £50 million.
City have told Everton to take or leave their £40m offer for John Stones, with City refusing to be held to ransom. [Telegraph]
— City Watch (@City_Watch) July 29, 2016
Gabriel Jesus’ transfer is rumoured to be complete, although we may have to wait until after The Olympics for an official announcement.
BREAKING: City and Palmeiras have reached a total agreement for the transfer of Gabriel Jesus. Just a few details remain. [Globo Esporte]
— City Watch (@City_Watch) July 29, 2016
Globo Esporte also confirm that Jesus rejected moves from Barcelona and Manchester United in favour of working with Pep Guardiola at City.
Barcelona and United outbid City, but the player's will was to join Pep Guardiola at the Etihad, so Palmeiras had to accept. [Globo Esporte]
— City Watch (@City_Watch) July 29, 2016
The long-awaited transfer of Leroy Sané from Schalke to Manchester City is now in its final stages, according to a journalist from Sky Germany.
Only an agreement between City and Schalke missing for Sané, says @Sky_Dirk. Could be finalised this weekend. https://t.co/5gU09Mr0oO
— City Watch (@City_Watch) July 29, 2016
According to The Telegraph, deals for Sané and Jesus could be wrapped up by the time City play Arsenal, next week.
City are optimistic of having both Gabriel Jesus (19) and Leroy Sané (20) signed before they play Arsenal in a week's time. [Telegraph]
— City Watch (@City_Watch) July 29, 2016
There were also plenty of rumours regarding some much needed outgoings today, with an overall assessment from The Telegraph.
The future of Jason Denayer is uncertain while there are also doubts about Samir Nasri after Pep's comments about his weight. [Telegraph]
— City Watch (@City_Watch) July 29, 2016
Leggo endorse The Telegraph’s claim by reporting that Roma are interested in a move for Samir Nasri.
Roma are considering a move for City playmaker Samir Nasri (29) if they qualify for the Champions League group stage. [Leggo]
— City Watch (@City_Watch) July 29, 2016
Wilfried Bony was also linked with a move away, with managerless Hull City wanting to take the Ivorian on loan. Manchester City are said to prefer a permanent transfer.
Hull have failed in loan bids for City's Wilfried Bony and Liverpool's Christian Benteke. City would prefer to sell Bony. [Times]
— City Watch (@City_Watch) July 29, 2016
Jason Denayer is happy at the club according to his former manager at Galatasaray, but City may yet decide to sell the Belgian youngster. Arsenal are said to be keeping tabs on his situation.
Riekerink: "City are deciding whether they are going to keep Denayer at the club next season. If they do we have five centre-backs already."
— City Watch (@City_Watch) July 29, 2016
One man who looks to be staying in Manchester, for the time being at least, is Aleksandar Kolarov. His move to Besiktas broke down and the Turkish club have signed Adriano from Barcelona, who is also primarily a left-back.
Welcome to your new home Adriano Correira!
Bem Vindo Adriano!https://t.co/4doArypiJZ@AdrianoCorreia6 pic.twitter.com/wXChmcu8QV— Beşiktaş JK English (@BesiktasEnglish) July 29, 2016
This may spell bad news for fellow left-back, Angeliño. The explosive Spaniard has impressed in pre-season, but is still optimistic about his chances in the coming year.
Angeliño to Goal: "I will always be thankful to Pep and his staff for giving me this chance, I’m just really enjoying the chances I get."
— City Watch (@City_Watch) July 29, 2016
To end today’s City Summary, we look back on this day in 2009, when City completed a move for Kolo Touré. He made 82 appearances before leaving the club in 2013 for Liverpool. Good luck at Celtic, Kolo!
#OnThisDay in 2009, City signed Kolo Toure! We miss the fun and games with these two… 😂 #mcfc pic.twitter.com/K9zMxu0620
— Manchester City (@ManCity) July 29, 2016
That’s it for today. Keep your eyes peeled on @City_Watch and the site, day and night, as we work to deliver the latest City news, views, and other high-quality content.
