Man City 'ready to make late move' for Manchester United target and more transfer rumours
manchestereveningnews.co.ukManchester City are 'ready to make a late move' for Napoli defender Kim Min-jae, according to reports. City are closing in on making their first signing of the summer as Mateo Kovacic had a medical on Friday ahead of a £25million move from Chelsea.
He is not the Blues' only midfield target though as they look to further replace the departing Ilkay Gundogan. New defenders are also at the top of Pep Guardiola's agenda, especially as the futures of Aymeric Laporte, Joao Cancelo and Kyle Walker are uncertain.
The trio all have varying complaints about their lack of game time last season and might seek a summer move. Should any of them depart then City will definitely need to strengthen their defensive options, which has led to links with Napoli's Kim.
The South Korea international increased his standing in the game significantly this past season after playing a crucial role in his side's historic Serie A title win. ALSO READ: 'Make a stand' - Man City fan groups issue statements after Community Shield change He has been linked with a big move all summer, with Manchester United credited with a heavy interest as Erik ten Hag looks to bolster his own defensive ranks with Harry Maguire earmarked to be sold.
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