Tijjani Reijnders (AC Milan)
April 2025 (summer transfer window)
City are planning a €60m bid for AC Milan midfielder Reijnders as part of a larger rebuild to replace De Bruyne, with alternatives including Wirtz, Gibbs-White, and Cherki.
Despite Reijnders being under contract until 2030, he’s open to a Premier League switch, while Milan could be tempted by the fee. City’s broader midfield plan may limit Wirtz’s €150m pursuit.
Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City)
Summer 2025 (after Man City departure)
Inter Miami hold the MLS discovery rights for Kevin De Bruyne, giving them exclusive priority to negotiate with the departing Man City midfielder.
While no formal offer has been made yet, Miami’s listing means they’ve expressed real interest. However, signing De Bruyne would likely require freeing up a Designated Player slot from Messi, Alba, or Busquets.
Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City)
April 2025
Inter Miami hold the MLS discovery rights to Kevin De Bruyne, giving them priority to negotiate with the Belgian playmaker once he becomes a free agent after leaving Manchester City this summer.
With De Bruyne’s contract expiring and Inter Miami planning for the 2025 Club World Cup and Leagues Cup, they could now move to unite him with Lionel Messi, Luis Suárez, Sergio Busquets, and Jordi Alba. San Diego FC are out of the race due to budget concerns.
Hugo Larsson (Eintracht Frankfurt)
Summer 2025
Manchester City are keeping close tabs on Eintracht Frankfurt midfielder Hugo Larsson and could push for a summer move to strengthen their midfield depth.
Frankfurt value the 20-year-old at £50 million. Though under contract until 2029, City’s recent £59m signing of Omar Marmoush from Frankfurt shows their willingness to spend big for Bundesliga talent.
Kevin De Bruyne, Pep Guardiola (Manchester City)
April 6
Pep Guardiola has confirmed that Kevin De Bruyne’s departure this summer is due to a club decision, not the player’s. After 10 trophy-filled seasons, City opted not to offer a contract extension, allowing De Bruyne to leave as a free agent.
Guardiola revealed the difficult task of informing De Bruyne personally, citing the midfielder’s injury battles and unwavering dedication to City. Despite his legendary status, the decision was made collectively by the coach, sporting director Txiki Begiristain, and the club hierarchy.
Morgan Rogers (Aston Villa)
Summer 2025 Transfer Window
Pep Guardiola is keen on bringing back Morgan Rogers to Manchester City. The winger has made a big impression at Villa this season, catching City’s attention with his creativity, work rate, and ability to perform in big games.
City are weighing up a formal approach, though Villa won’t sell cheaply. Rogers, who scored in a key match against Nottingham Forest, would be part of Guardiola’s long-term vision to refresh the squad with emerging talent.
Florian Wirtz (Bayer 04 Leverkusen), Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City)
Targeted for summer 2025
Kevin De Bruyne has announced his decision to leave Man City at the end of the season after a legendary 10-year stint. City have already lined up 21-year-old German playmaker Florian Wirtz as a potential £85m replacement.
With De Bruyne confirming his exit via social media, City have identified Bayer Leverkusen’s Wirtz — who has 9 goals and 10 assists this Bundesliga season — as their ideal replacement. Wirtz fits City’s recent youth-driven recruitment and could help fill the creative void. Competition is expected from Bayern Munich and Real Madrid.
Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City)
End of 2024/25 season
Kevin De Bruyne has announced he will leave Manchester City as a free agent when his contract expires this summer, bringing an end to a legendary 10-year spell.
The 33-year-old Belgian playmaker has won six Premier League titles, the Champions League, FA Cup, and League Cup during his time at City. Despite his continued influence, no contract extension will be signed, with De Bruyne ready for a new challenge after more than 400 appearances for the club.
Viktor Gyökeres (Sporting CP)
Summer 2025
Gyökeres has ruled out non-Champions League clubs and created a 7-club shortlist, excluding Manchester United and Chelsea.
His €100m release clause still stands; Arsenal, Liverpool, and Man City are preferred destinations.
James Trafford (Burnley)
March 2025
Newcastle United remain strongly interested in signing Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford ahead of the summer window as they prepare to overhaul their goalkeeping department.
Despite already having three senior keepers, manager Eddie Howe sees the 22-year-old—who has kept 27 clean sheets this season—as a long-term target. Man City hold a buy-back clause but aren’t expected to act on it.
