Manchester City set to sell €40 million defender ‘to highest bidder’ this summer

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Published on 2024-03-11 10:00:00

Manchester City is reportedly open to selling Joao Cancelo to the highest bidder this summer. Cancelo established himself as one of Europe’s top full-backs during his time with Manchester City from 2020 to 2022, but a dispute over playing time led to his departure from the club. He was loaned to Bayern Munich in January 2023, and later signed a season-long deal with Barcelona, signaling the end of his relationship with Pep Guardiola.

As Cancelo’s loan with Barcelona nears its end, Manchester City faces a decision on his future. While there were suggestions of extending his stay in Catalonia, recent reports from SPORT have refuted those claims. According to a report from Sports Witness, Manchester City is only considering a permanent sale for Cancelo in the summer, and they aim to find him a long-term home. The club is willing to sell him to the highest bidder, which could include Premier League rivals or clubs in Saudi Arabia.

Manchester City is expected to set a price tag of around €40 million for Cancelo, a fee that Barcelona may struggle to meet due to their financial situation. Despite the strained relationship between Cancelo and the club, Manchester City is not in a rush to finalize a deal and will wait for a suitable agreement. Cancelo’s current contract with the club runs until 2027.

In conclusion, Manchester City is prepared to part ways with Cancelo this summer and will entertain offers from interested parties. The full-back’s future remains uncertain, but it seems likely that he will not continue his career with Manchester City beyond this season.

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