Manchester City face Bouaddi blow, Rodri future unclear
Everton are interested in re-signing Manchester City winger Jack Grealish.
Barcelona are tracking Rodri and have contacted Manchester City, while Real Madrid have terms in place with the midfielder, but there has been no breakthrough in discussions with City.
Lille president Olivier Létang says Ayyoub Bouaddi is 'not in a hurry to leave' and 'very keen to stay', casting doubt on Manchester City's pursuit of the 18-year-old midfielder.
Nico Gonzalez says Manchester City are learning Enzo Maresca's methods and he is 'loving it', after an impressive midfield display against Inter hinted at a bigger role.
Rayan Ait-Nouri says he 'can give more' after injuries and AFCON limited him to 28 games. Enzo Maresca's system could offer the Manchester City full-back a bigger role.
Rico Lewis says he and Enzo Maresca already have a good relationship. After playing at full-back and in midfield against Inter, he hopes for a clearer Manchester City role.
James Trafford is expected to undergo a Leeds medical this week ahead of a £40 million move from Manchester City, after his post-World Cup break delayed the deal.
Mateo Kovacic says City 'count on me' despite exit rumours. With Rodri expected to miss the opening weeks, the midfielder could get an early chance to prove his value under Maresca.
Maresca says City do not need many changes but want experience after losing Bernardo Silva, John Stones and Nathan Ake, with Bouaddi targeted and links to Malo Gusto, Pedro Neto and Geronimo Rulli.
City are advancing talks to sign Marseille goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli as cover for Gianluigi Donnarumma after James Trafford's expected Leeds move. Personal terms are agreed and a fee is being negotiated.
Ryan McAidoo will miss City's K-League All Stars friendly with a minor shoulder injury, but Maresca says it is 'nothing important' after the 18-year-old impressed in the 1-1 draw with Inter.
Tottenham are weighing up systems with Savinho, who wants to leave City for more minutes. The piece explores how he could fit into Roberto De Zerbi's attack alongside Cody Gakpo.
