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Manchester City Targets Serie A Sensation in Blockbuster Summer Swoop
4 Aug
Summary
- Manchester City sign 3 new players, including Tijjani Reijnders, Rayan Cherki, and Rayan Ait-Nouri
- City eyeing Barcelona's Jules Kounde and PSG's Gianluigi Donnarumma
- Pep Guardiola makes AC Milan's Rafael Leao his top attacking target
As of August 4th, 2025, Manchester City have been actively rebuilding their squad in preparation for the 2025/26 season. The club has already made several key signings, including Tijjani Reijnders from AC Milan for £46m ($61m), Rayan Cherki from Lyon for an initial €36m ($41m), and Rayan Ait-Nouri from Wolves for £31m ($41m).
However, City's transfer activity is not over yet. The club is also keeping a close eye on Barcelona full-back Jules Kounde and PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, although these moves may not materialize before the September 1st transfer deadline.
In a bold move, Pep Guardiola has now identified AC Milan winger Rafael Leao as his leading target for a major attacking addition. The Portuguese international has earned widespread admiration for his explosive speed, strength, and ability to break through defensive lines in Serie A. While Leao has not publicly expressed a desire to leave the San Siro, the chance to work under Guardiola's tutelage could be a powerful attraction that tips the balance in City's favor.
Convincing AC Milan to part ways with their prized asset will be a tough task, but the Cityzens are prepared to make a record-breaking offer that could be difficult for the Italian club to refuse.
