‘There is some truth’ – Journalist drops big Manchester City transfer update

National newspaper journalist and podcaster Alex Crook has discussed the future of Manchester City attack as they look for a replacement for Sergio Aguero.

The Citizens are expected to be in the market for a new striker at the end of the 2020-21 campaign, with the club’s all-time leading goalscorer Sergio Aguero potentially leaving on a free transfer.

Pep Guardiola’s side have been linked with several strikers as they seek to find a replacement for the Argentine striker this summer.

Alex Crook Speaking recently on TalkSport, revealed who City are lining up to replace Sergio Aguero this summer, including Southampton star Danny Ings. 

“I think there is some truth that Manchester City would be interested in Danny Ings. I think they have a very extensive list of targets this summer. I think it’s going to be a big summer for Pep Guardiola, especially when it comes to looking for a successor for Sergio Aguero,’ he said.

“We should say, at this stage, it isn’t guaranteed that Sergio Aguero won’t be offered a new contract at the Etihad. I think they’re still hoping that he can prove his fitness between now and the end of the season. But even if he does sign a new contract, and he has lots of options on the table at the moment, clearly, they need to strengthen their attack.”

“I think you could almost put Manchester City’s recruitment into two camps. They’ve got a list of headliners, if you like, Erling Haaland would certainly be on that list. Although my understanding is that Manchester City reluctant to get into any kind of bidding war with Chelsea and with Manchester United for him, we know both clubs are very interested in Haaland, I think most clubs in Europe are interested in Haaland.

“They were linked with Romelu Lukaku as well. Now, I think there’s some smoke to that fire. I think Danny Ings would almost be on the secondary list of backup options. That’s not to say they wouldn’t be interested in bringing him to the Etihad, but I don’t think he would necessarily be a direct replacement for Sergio Aguero, more somebody just to come in and bolster their striking options as they try and compete on multiple fronts.

“And I think as far as Danny Ings is concerned if Manchester City were to back up that interest with a bid, I think he would be very interested as most players would be in making the move and linking up with Pep Guardiola.”