Manchester City transfer news update: Pep has identified Dortmund’s Raphael Guerreiro as a possible left-back signing
Transfer rumors and speculations abound in the world of football, and the most recent talk centers on Pep Guardiola’s desire to sign Raphael Guerreiro from Borussia Dortmund.
The versatile left-back’s contract with the Bundesliga runners-up is scheduled to expire at the end of June, according to sources from the British newspaper “The Sun,” Manchester City is reportedly mulling a move for him. The departure of Guerreiro from Dortmund after seven productive years has piqued the interest of elite teams, including Manchester City.
As per the report, Manchester City is in search of a replacement for João Cancelo, who is expected to return to England following his loan spell with Bayern Munich but does not have a future The Cityzens.
Guerreiro is viewed by Guardiola, who is renowned for his tactical adaptability and liking for flexible players, as the perfect choice to fill Cancelo’s position. The versatility of the Portuguese international makes him a desirable candidate for Manchester City’s roster.
It is important to remember that Guardiola has successfully recruited quality player from Borussia Dortmund in the past. In the past, he was successful in getting Manuel Akanji from the German club, which was a great move for Manchester City. Given his respect for Dortmund’s players and the success they have brought to his squad, Guardiola may be further inspired to pursue Guerreiro given this record.
If City signs Guerreiro, it might potentially open the door for the loan of Spanish defender Sergio Gomez. Only appearing in 12 league games this season, Gomez has failed to get consistent playing time at the Etihad Stadium. According to reports, Gomez is interested in signing with Burnley, which may result in a win-win situation for all parties concerned. Burnley is led by former City defender Vincent Kompany and a loan deal for the youngster might go smoothly.
According to the report, Hasan Salihamidzic, a former Sporting Director at Bayern Munich, expressed interest in Guerreiro and held conversations with the player’s representatives. Guerreiro may join Bayern, although this is doubtful given recent changes to the club’s administrative structure, including Salihamidzic’s dismissal and questions about the position of the current planner Marco Neppe.
In addition to Manchester City and Bayern Munich, Atlético Madrid of La Liga is also quite interested in signing Guerreiro. Fabrizio Romano, a noted transfer specialist, claims that Atlético officials had allegedly spoken with the player’s agent.
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