It would now be a shock if Manchester City failed to sign £70m player in the next few weeks

Manchester City are placing a clear emphasis on revamping their midfield department, with Hugo Viana now working as Director of Football.

Kevin De Bruyne is leaving this summer, and Manchester City have identified Tijjani Reijnders of AC Milan as a replacement for the Belgian – Pep Guardiola is believed to think the Dutchman would be a perfect option.

Furthermore, Manchester City are considering Rayan Cherki as a cheaper alternative to Florian Wirtz in the attacking midfield…