Man City transfer news and rumours: Summer transfer window 2023
Transfer news, rumours and gossip from the Etihad Stadium from the 2023 summer transfer window; the window will start on Saturday June 10 and end on Friday September 1
Monday 8 May 2023 12:23, UK
With the 2023 summer transfer window set to open, we round up the latest news, potential deals and some of the players linked with moves in and out of Man City...
Pep on Gundogan's future: The decision is above me
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola retains high regard for Ilkay Gundogan and would like to see the 32-year-old recommit to the club after his contract expires at the end of the season.
Speaking after the 2-1 win over Leeds, Guardiola said: "It is not necessary for him to score two goals to know how I like this player and how I would like to work with him in the future.
"He is so intelligent, so clever, so competitive. He is one of the best players I have trained in my career. Top class."
Real in advanced talks to sign Bellingham | Dortmund want up to £132m
Real Madrid are in advanced talks to sign Jude Bellingham from Borussia Dortmund but a deal is yet to be agreed.
Bellingham is set to be one of the most sought-after midfielders in the summer transfer window, with Manchester City also interested in the England midfielder.
But one source involved in the negotiations has told Sky Sports News he is confident Bellingham will become a Real Madrid player this summer and the transfer fee will be a record for a British player.
Analysis: City remain in hunt for Bellingham
Sky Sports News senior reporter Rob Dorsett:
"Jude Bellingham is the most exciting, and the most valuable, teenager in European and world football right now.
"You have to compare his quality to that of Kylian Mbappe when he was 18 - that's when the French forward joined PSG for £166m in 2017. That figure gives important context.
"However, Bellingham has two years left on his existing Dortmund contract. That will reduce the asking price a bit, because Dortmund will be concerned that, if they can't tie him down to a new contract this summer, and if they don't sell him this summer, his asking price will be significantly lower, as he approaches the final year of his contract.
"Nevertheless, because of the quality of the player, his age - which means he is likely to improve still further - and the huge interest in him, Bellingham is still likely to cost well in excess of £100m. Probably more than £120m.
"At the end of the day, he will cost what Dortmund are prepared to accept as an offer for him, and we know there is no agreement between Dortmund and any other club in terms of fee - yet.
"We should point out that only a handful of clubs could afford to buy Jude Bellingham right now - PSG, Real Madrid, Manchester City, Manchester United and maybe Chelsea.
"My gut feeling is that it's going to be Manchester City or Real Madrid, and the news we're getting from our colleagues at Sky Germany would hint he's closer to going to Real than anywhere else, but the deal isn't done yet and that's absolutely crucial.
"I don't think this is done. It's a pretty significant story, but I wouldn't suggest any deal is done or close to being done, it's not. The people around Jude Bellingham have spoken to a number of Europe's elite clubs, including Man City, Man Utd and Chelsea, and I'd be surprised if they were willing to give up the chase at this stage."
Man City tell Barca: £75m for Silva
Manchester City have slapped a £75m price tag on the head of forward Bernardo Silva, according to reports.
Silva, who has scored five goals in 47 appearances this season, has been linked with a move to Barcelona. His contract expires in 2025.
According to 90min, Barcelona would have to fork out £75m if they are to find a breakthrough in negotiations having previously been knocked back on two attempts.
PSG are also monitoring Silva's situation.
Mendes talking to Barca about Cancelo move
Joao Cancelo's agent is in discussions with Barcelona about a potential move to the club in the summer, reports Sport.
Cancelo is currently on loan at Bayern Munich from Manchester City, but the German club are unlikely to make the transfer a permanent one.
Jorge Mendes is now reportedly exploring whether a move to Barcelona for Cancelo.
Who are Man City linked with?
Jude Bellingham - City have not submitted offers or provided financial numbers to Borussia Dortmund or Jude Bellingham regarding a transfer fee or salary (The Athletic, May 8).
Ryan Gravenberch - Manchester City have identified the Bayern Munich and Netherlands midfielder as an alternative if they fail to sign Jude Bellingham (Daily Mirror, May 8).
The latest players linked with an Man City exit
Ilkay Gundogan - Barcelona are confident of completing a deal for the Manchester City midfielder (90min, May 8)
The latest contract news
James McAtee - City will open new contract talks with McAtee in an effort to ward off interest in the England U21 international. Leeds, Brighton, Burnley, Brentford, Leicester, Wolves, Aston Villa and Bournemouth are all keen on the youngster (Daily Mail, May 6)
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