With the January transfer window now closed, the focus for all Premier League clubs is now solely on the rest of the season.
However, plans will already be in place for the next recruitment drive in the summer. Manchester City have always backed Pep Guardiola in the transfer market, spending £100 million on Jack Grealish last summer for example.
However, this summer a number of high-profile players are set to become available on free transfers, allowing City to strengthen their squad and keep some money in reserve for one or two marquee signings.
MEN Sport has identified three players out of contract in the summer that City should consider bringing to the club. Franck Kessie With Fernandinho set to retire in the summer, the AC Milan midfielder could be the perfect replacement.
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