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Manchester City are looking to be active in the January transfer window as they target three potential transfer signings.
Pep Guardiola insists his side are out of the title race as they sit sixth in the Premier League, 14 points behind the leaders. Liverpoolbut the competition for Champions League football is still going on.
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City suffered a heavy defeat in the AFC Champions League against Arsenal in September and the Ballon d’Or winner was ruled out for the rest of the season.
They have also experienced the loss of in-form individual players, including Kevin De Bruyne, who is set to leave the club on a free in the summer.
Meanwhile, the usually reliable Erling Holland managed just two goals in nine Premier League games.
Perhaps a few new signings could give City a much-needed boost to their season as the reigning Premier League champions strengthen in defence, midfield and attack.
talkSPORT.com takes a look at three players City have been linked with and how they could fit in at the Etihad Stadium.
Forgotten life
Manchester City have targeted the Eintracht Frankfurt striker, who has lit up the Bundesliga this season with 13 goals and 8 assists. Daily Mail reports
A continuation of the previous form of the campaign as Marmoush registered 37 goals and assists in 2024, finishing joint-eighth in Europe. Rafinia and Florian Wirtz.
His versatility all over the field is thanks to an all-around skill set that remains a burden for defenders.
This Egyptian can fill the void left by Julian Alvarez, who left for Atletico Madrid last summer.
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Yes, Holland will be the main striker, but Marmus is suited to play with an attacking partner, as he currently does in Frankfurt.
Ederson
Same name and nationality as City’s No.1 goalkeeper, but Ederson could add much-needed flair to Man City’s midfield.
Comfortable as an eight or more in a game with pivotal partner, Ederson Great coverage for Rhodri or as a partner for Spanish.
He is a complete midfielder who was instrumental in Atalanta winning the Europa League in the 2023/24 season.
Gian Piero Gasperini’s side are currently on top of the Serie A table and are chasing their first ever title.
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He’ll run himself down the field for his team – who has the most minutes in the league as an outfielder for Atalanta – and will provide excellent coverage for his defensive line when defending.
As by Daily MailMan City’s hierarchy are looking to sign the midfielder.
Abdul Kudir Khosanov
According to this 20-year-old defender, he has been added to Manchester City’s watch list Fabrizio Romano.
The central defender joined RC Lens In July 2023, from the Belarusian club Energetik BGU for 100,000 euros, he has since become one of the most promising young talents in Europe.
If he is sold in this window, the Uzbekistan international could fetch between £20m and £30m.
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Holland shows key to stay positive amid fruitless run as Man City get unique early
He definitely needs to improve on the ball, but for his age, his possession qualities are very good.
Compared to centre-backs in Europe’s top five leagues and top competitions (Champions and Europa League), he is in the top percentile for possessions per 90 points with 2.34.
