Frank Christian
On Saturday, July 5, Manchester City finalized the transfer of Kyle Walker to Burnley. The team is now seeking a suitable replacement to bolster their right defensive flank.
This summer, Pep Guardiola has already brought in a number of prominent players, including Rayan Cherki, Tijjani Reijnders, and Rayan Ait-Nouri, who debuted during the Club World Cup.
As Guardiola looks to replace Walker, a potential target has caught the eye of several clubs.
Who might replace Walker?
While City possesses several defenders who can play on the right, Guardiola prefers a dedicated right-back for that position.
Currently, the club is linked with Denzel Dumfries and has initiated discussions with Inter Milan regarding the defender, as reported by FootballTransfers.
Dumfries has a release clause set at €25m, but this clause is set to expire on July 15, prompting Manchester City to act swiftly to secure the Dutch international.
At 29 years old, Dumfries offers a wealth of experience, making him an attractive option as a replacement. He also provides additional attacking capabilities, evidenced by his 16 goal contributions for Inter this season.
Both Barcelona and Atlético Madrid have expressed interest in Dumfries, though Barcelona’s financial issues may hinder their pursuit.
Manchester City reportedly has a strong relationship with Dumfries’ agent, which could facilitate a quick and favorable agreement for Guardiola’s side to acquire the Dutch defender.
Updates from Manchester City and relevant links
- The reasons behind Kyle Walker’s move to Burnley and fan reactions on the transfer
- Reasons for Man City to delay a new contract for Ruben Dias
- Confessions from Man City captain following Club World Cup elimination
