‘No way’, He wouldn’t downgrade’ – Man City fans react as Rangers to launch loan bid for James McAtee

Manchester City fans have been reacting to a post on Twitter which relays a report that claims Rangers will make an attempt to sign James McAtee on a season-long loan.

The 19-year-old was a star performer for City’s U23s and looked a cut above the rest at youth level. He managed 18 goals and seven assists in 23 Premier League 2 games while also impressing in the UEFA Youth League, though he only made six senior appearances.

His limited first-team game time has led to speculation over a possible loan exit and now, according to Scottish Sun, Rangers, who were linked with a move for the youngster back in January, are set to submit another bid to the land attacking midfielder on loan this summer.

Premier League sides such as Leeds United and Brighton are interested, as well as those in the Championship, with Huddersfield, said to currently lead the race.

But as per the report, Ranger hope that their potential place in the Champions League, combined with their run to the Europa League final last season, will be enough to attract City to their cause.

McAtee is highly regarded by the Etihad club and was recently rewarded with a new three-year contract for his efforts at the club.

The report was shared on Twitter by City Xtra and it attracted plenty of attention from the club’s supporters.

“Nice development stage for him.”
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“A loan to Rangers if he actually gets gametime would be great for him.”
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“No way. Surely next season is his breakthrough for city.”
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“He wouldn’t downgrade.”
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“He’s supposed to be getting first team minutes what is actually going on.”
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“There’s better options than Rangers surely.”
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“Better teams yes, but better opportunities to play a full season in a first team , European competition, and play pretty much all the time? It’s not a bad shout at all.”
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“Much as I would love it to happen, I’d be very surprised if City let him go.”
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“Honestly he should go on loan for more game time. Mcatee need to be arrogant in his game. He seems nervous with the first team.”
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