After such a slow start to the transfer window, surely the deals will go from a trickle to a flood once Euro 2024 is over. And when the activity does pick up, Manchester City will need to be on the right side of each transfer they are involved in.
Whether that is selling an existing player - potentially the likes of Kevin De Bruyne, Bernardo Silva or Ederson - or strengthening the side who have won the last four Premier League titles, City will be looking to get the best value from every transaction.
It could be that City go into the new campaign without making any major additions, particularly if it's a quiet summer when it comes to players leaving.
It's also worth remembering that chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak hinted at a transfer window with less spending due to Premier League rules. ALSO READ: What's going on with Phil Foden?
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