Manchester City Offers €40 Million for Vitor Reis

Manchester City is actively pursuing Palmeiras defender Vitor Reis, reportedly preparing a €40 million ($41 million) bid for the 18-year-old Brazilian youth international. The club is in a rush to strengthen its defense following injuries to key players and aims to finalize a deal during the January transfer window. Reis, who has a contract with Palmeiras until 2028 and a release clause of €100 million, has attracted interest from several clubs including Manchester United, Arsenal, and Paris Saint-Germain. City is also in talks for other defensive targets, including RC Lens' Abdukodir Khusanov. Meanwhile, Tottenham provided an update on midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur, who was stretchered off during a match against Liverpool but is reportedly conscious and awaiting further tests.