Pep Guardiola has created a list of 11 potential transfer targets following Manchester City’s disappointing loss to Juventus, marking a new low for the team.

Manchester City is planning a squad overhaul ahead of the January transfer window, with several high-profile players linked as potential targets. The 2024/25 season has been a struggle for City, with their recent 2-0 loss to Juventus marking their seventh defeat in 10 games, a sharp contrast to their usual high standards.

 

As a result, City are reportedly eyeing four to six signings across the next two transfer windows, with their defense, midfield, and attack all in need of strengthening. The midfield is identified as the primary area of concern, particularly due to the long-term absence of Rodri following his ACL surgery.

 

Among the midfielders linked are Real Sociedad’s Martín Zubimendi, although he may wait until the summer to join, citing concerns over being a backup to Rodri. Other targets include Atalanta’s Ederson, Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton, and Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle.

 

City are also looking at attacking options, with Bayer Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz standing out as a potential high-profile addition. Eberechi Eze and Matheus Cunha are also on City’s radar. Another unexpected name is Liam Delap, a former academy player currently excelling at Ipswich Town, who could be a surprising option.

 

In defense, Jarrad Branthwaite of Everton, Marc Guehi of Crystal Palace, and Bayern Munich’s Alphonso Davies have been mentioned as possible targets. City’s efforts to strengthen their squad are expected to intensify as the transfer window appr

oaches.

 

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