Galatasaray ‘line up second Man City swoop’ after Ederson talks
Manchester City could be set to lose two players to Galatasaray as the Turkish giants eye another star from Pep Guardiola’s squad.
Guardiola wants to trim the size of his squad and Man City have stated players can leave “for the right price” this summer.
Man City defeated Wolves 4-0 in the opening match of their Premier League season with summer arrival Tijjani Reijnders impressing on his debut.
However, there was no space for a couple of first team stars in the squad with Ederson and Phil Foden both missing alongside Man City’s injured absentees.
Akanji subject of Galatasaray interest
Ederson has been linked with a move to Galatasaray amid Man City’s purchase of Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford.
The Athletic [19 August], now report that Akanji could join Ederson over in Turkey, with the Swiss defender one player who could leave the Etihad if a suitable offer comes in.
Talks are continuing between Ederson and Galatasaray with a possible deal being lined up.
Galatasaray also wanted midfielder Ilkay Gundogan earlier in the window, but the 34-year-old opted to stay in Manchester.
Guardiola could sanction Akanji sale
Football Insider Verdict
Akanji was an unused substitute as Man City beat Wolves and the 30-year-old could be coming to the end of a three year spell at the Etihad.
The defender is versatile at centre-back and full-back, but Guardiola has plenty of options to choose from and will not be able to keep everyone happy.
| Appearances | 136 |
| Goals | 5 |
| Assists | 3 |
Akanji has a history with injuries and missed a chunk of the second half of last season on the sidelines.
Guardiola has been undergoing a change in the team since the January transfer window, which was influenced by the injury to Rodri.
Man City looked at their scintillating best at Wolves, with Guardiola unlikely to make many changes for the visit of Spurs next.
Akanji therefore faces a tough task getting back into the starting line-up, and a move away may guarantee greater game time for the defender, and moving to Galatasaray will still guarantee the Switzerland international Champions League football.