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Two new gossip stories about transfers, praise for Kevin De Bruyne and a glimpse of three of the top candidates for our new captain's candidacy among the city's headlines of the week …
With the transfer window still open, the city enters into a contract with one of the top-rated Argentinian youths, as well as an interest in a supposed new central defensive target.
Just after his dynamic performance against the Wolves at the Premier League Asia Trophy this weekend, the midfield maestro was again applauded. De Bruyne, and the captain skills of three influential personalities are evaluated, so that the topics of discussion are not lacking.
Transfer gossip
The sun – The city en route to the "new Messi"
Alan Nixon: "Manchester City is on the verge of signing a £ 16 million contract for Argentinian prodigy Thiago Almada – the new Lionel Messi.
"Boss Pep Guardiola Wishes the 18-year-old midfield magician to be signed this week by Velez Sarsfield as part of a move revealed for the first time by SunSport on April 21st.
In the city
"Almada wants to come to City despite rivals interests, but he will be signed and loaned to Sporting Lisbon for a year.
"City wanted to send Almada to Girona in Spain, but they were relegated, so Portugal is a decent alternative.
"The form of the teen club has been remarkable, so Guardiola is personally interested in him.
"Almada is considered the best young talent in his country and his explosive and intelligent skills have characterized him as the last to be compared to the great Barcelona Messi."
Sportsmole.co.uk – "City weigh Umtiti move"
Matt Law: "Manchester City would have made preliminary contacts with Barcelona about the transfer of Samuel Umtiti.
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"The Premier League champions should sign a new central defender this summer after Vincent Kompany, longtime captain, leaves before the 2019-2020 campaign.
Harry Maguire of Leicester City and Leonardo Bonucci of Juventus have both been involved in moves to the Etihad Stadium stadium during the transfer this summer.
"However, according to the 10sport, Umtiti has now become a target for Pep Guardiola's team.
"The report says that City has made preliminary contact on a potential contract for the French international, although the English club has not yet decided whether to submit an official bid.
"Earlier this month, it was reported that Barca was willing to listen to the offers of Umtiti, who lost his place in the eleventh team of the Catalan formation in favor of Clement Lenglet.
"This 25-year-old player, also linked to Arsenal, has signed a new agreement at Camp Nou only last summer and has signed a contract with his Spanish club until the end of the campaign. 2022-23. "
Opinion
MEN – De Bruyne shows how City can go even better
Simon Bajkowski: "In 45 minutes against the Wolves, Kevin De Bruyne – a man so cruelly forced to miss the majority of the last campaign with a series of injuries – was at the origin of a plan that caused trouble to the rest of the league.
Strong points
"After a good start that saw Raheem Sterling dazzle the Wolves' defense, a seven-minute break following a head injury to Rui Patricio was completed.
"Guardiola immediately called De Bruyne, a player that he has wonderfully described this year as being able to see things that other humans can not see.They had a lively discussion.The Belgian s & # 39; 39, is then addressed to his teammates, in groups or as individuals, get the message across before returning to his manager for a final word.
"What followed was like an American football book." City side defenders were loaded in midfield while De Bruyne fell back Rodri, forming a four in front of two central defenders. While the Wolves players were trying to follow what was going on, Aymeric Laporte dinked a ball arriving on Leroy Sane & # 39; s the shoulder and City had their penalty that Sterling struck down.
"It was a confusing game, and the City captain for the first half then spent the rest of his time on the field, reminding everyone of how sensational he was when he was leading Blues at 100 points. "
Madaboutepl.net – Three contenders for the post of captain of the city
Nimish Uppal: David Silva – "During the reign of Guardiola in Etihad, the Spaniard was second behind Kompany and was currently leading the charge during the pre-season tour of the Sky Blues in China.
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"The 33-year-old has every chance of becoming captain of the defending Premier League champions in his last year in the club, which would also give plenty of time for the other players of Raheem Sterling, Bernardo Silva, etc. to prove their value to handle such a situation.responsibility in the future. "
Fernandinho – "Another veteran of the club who has less than 12 months of contract, Fernandinho is more than able to lead the charge of the city in August.
"Even with curtains slowly and steadily lowering on the veteran's time at Etihad, the right foot midfielder prides himself on claiming the captain's armband."
Kevin De Bruyne – "Exciting choice at De Bruyne, the 28-year-old could fill the void left by his compatriot for the captain's place at the next session.
"The right foot midfielder also expressed his desire to take on the role if given a chance that speaks volumes about his mentality and attitude."
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