Get the City transfer window latest, team news, match updates and analysis delivered straight to your inbox When Manchester City smashed their transfer record to sign Jack Grealish, it could have undone years of disciplined decision-making with the signing of one cheque.
City have developed a reputation as serious transfer market negotiators, especially when it comes to buying. Selling clubs tend to be well aware of the financial backing City have and raise their expectations accordingly, but they will also know that the Blues won't be held to ransom or taken advantage of, however important the transfer target might be.
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