Manchester CitystarAymeric Laportehas ‘concrete chances’ of sealing his Etihad Stadium exit before the transfer window slams shut, journalistRudy Galettihas told GIVEMESPORT.
Having led the Citizens to a historic treble last season – thanks to clinching the Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League trophies – boss Pep Guardiola has set his sights on freshening up his squad.
According toFootball Insider, Aston Villa are considering a move for Laporte after sealing their return to continental football by qualifying for the Europa Conference League.
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It is understood that Laporte has alreadysnubbeda potential switch to Tottenham Hotspur after being sounded out by the north Londoners.
Respected ɾєρօɾτer Galetti recentlytold GIVEMESPORTthat Chelsea have requested information over the Spain international’s availability, meaning he has plenty of Premier League suitors.
But Laporte has also gained interest from overseas, with reigning Bundesliga champions Bayern Munichaddinghim to their list of targets.
What has Rudy Galetti said about Laporte?
Galetti believes there is a strong possibility of Laporte moving onto pastures new after working his way onto the radar of various clubs.
The Italian journalist understands that Barcelona are an additional admirer of the 29-year-old, but discussions over hisManchester Cityfuture still need to be held.
Galetti told GIVEMESPORT:”There are concrete chances of Laporte leavingManchester Cityin the summer.
“Bayern are showing interest in him, but their priority is to sign Kim Min-jae at the beginning of July, and Barcelona are on his tracks as well.
“The future of the Spanish centre-back, whose contract expires in 2025, is still to be decided.”
ShouldMan Citysell Laporte this summer?
ManchesterCitybroke their club-record transfer fee, according toBBC Sport, when they forked out £57million to sign Laporte from Athletic Bilbao in 2018.
There is no doubt that the£130,000-per-weekman has been a success at the Etihad Stadium, clinching anabundance of silverwarealong the way.
Laporte has made179 appearancesforManchester City, contributing 12 goals and four assists while also helping his current employers to keep countless clean sheets.
But it seems that Guardiola isready to cash inafter deeming him surplus to requirements and being willing to listen to offers.
£77million bid, and his arrival should result in Laporte heading thɾօυɢҺ the exit door as there would be a lack of game-time on offer.
