Manchester City have made phone call to sign Slovakian international, claims agent

Napoli midfielder Stanislav Lobotka has reportedly received call from Manchester City for a potential move.

The 27-year-old is a deep-lying midfielder from Napoli who’s adept at turning over possession and composed on the ball.

He has featured in every single game for Napoli to date this season, picking up one goal and an assist along the way from his defensive midfield position.

Stanislav Lobotka performance so far this season has caught the eye of clubs in the Premier League, with Manchester City said to be interested in the Slovakian.

According to journalist Ciro Venerato while speaking on Italian TV station Luna, as relayed by Area Napoli (h/t Express), Stanislav Lobotka received a call from Manchester City regarding a potential move.

The Slovakian international is in talks with his side over a new contract. His current one expires in 2025. However, an agreement has not been reached, though the journalist claims it is close.

It is believed that the Serie A side are willing to offer €2.5 million a season to the 27-year-old midfielder, while his entourage is trying to strike a deal for €3 million a season.

Lobotka moved to Naples in 2020 from Spanish side Celta de Vigo. The Slovakian international has since then been a regular for both club and country.

With Guardiola having Rodri and Phillips at his disposal, does he need another defensive-midfielder?

Pep Guardiola isn’t short of defensive-midfielders with Rodri and Kalvin Phillips on the books. Man City might be looking at potentially replacing Ilkay Gündogan long-term, whose contract at the Etihad expires in the summer.

It remains to be seen if the Pep Guardiola’s side make a move for the 27-year-old. Napoli will likely rush to have the contract extension signed after hearing of the Premier League interest.