Manchester City have entered the summer transfer window determined to rebuild a squad capable of challenging for multiple trophies in the 2025/26 season.
After finishing third in the Premier League in 2024/25, the club moved quickly to add Tijjani Reijnders for £46m [$61m] from AC Milan, Rayan Cherki from Lyon for an initial €36m [$41m] and Rayan Ait-Nouri from Wolves for £31m [$41m].
They also signed Sverre Nypan from Rosenborg and goalkeeper Marcus Bettinelli from Chelsea in a clear plan to strengthen across their squad.
However, City are not finished yet with a close eye being kept on Barcelona full-back Jules Kounde and PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma.
Both moves may not materialise before the September 1 transfer deadline but the Cityzens are considering a major attacking addition in the weeks ahead.
Man City chase down Portuguese star
As per Fichajes, Pep Guardiola has made AC Milan winger Rafael Leao his leading target as an explosive forward option.
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The Portugual international has earned admiration for his speed, strength and ability to break defensive lines as a standout star in Serie A.
City rumoured to be plotting a €100m [$115m] bid to convince Milan to part with their most valuable player.
While Leao has not publicly requested a move away from the San Siro, the chance to work under Guardiola is a powerful attraction, which could tip the balance in City’s favour.
It will be a tough sell to convince Milan to accept an exit but know a record-breaking offer will be difficult to reject.
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