Transfer Talk: City eye Mac Allister as Gundogan replacement

Manchester City are plotting a summer move for Brighton’s World Cup winner Alexis Mac Allister.

Pep Guardiola is preparing for a midfield rebuild at the end of the current campaign, with Ilkay Gundogan reaching the expiry of his contract.

Bernardo Silva has also been linked with a move away from the champions as he pushes for a switch to LaLiga.

Spanish outlet Fichajes indicate Seagulls midfielder Mac Allister has been named as an ideal replacement. 

The 24-year-old is enjoying a superb season under Roberto De Zerbi, scoring seven times in all competitions.

He also played a pivotal role in Argentina’s triumphant campaign in Qatar last year, starting six of their seven games and grabbing a superb assist in the final against France.

City’s boss is believed to be a big fan of Brighton’s No10, having proven himself as a capable Premier League producer.

It is indicated the South Coast club have set a £40million asking price for Mac Allister, with club chiefs more willing to part with him than in-demand defensive midfielder Moises Caicedo.

In other news

TalkSPORT say Arsenal have made agreeing new contracts for Bukayo Saka, 21, and William Saliba, 21, a priority, with City reported to be keen on the England winger.

Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain will be expected to stump up at least £90m if they want to sign Napoli and Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen, 24, in the summer, according to ESPN.

Reports in Spain indicate the Red Devils are considering a summer move for 20-year-old Barcelona winger Ansu Fati.