Man City plans €200m bid for midfielder Pedri

Manchester City are preparing for a significant overhaul of their midfield following a disappointing season and the expected departure of Kevin De Bruyne. The club is pursuing high-profile targets, including Barcelona's Pedri, though his recent contract extension and Barcelona's reluctance to sell present obstacles. City are also strongly interested in Bayer Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz, facing competition from Bayern Munich and Real Madrid, with Wirtz reportedly tempted by a move abroad but his family favoring Bayern. Xavi Simons of RB Leipzig has emerged as an alternative for City, especially if their primary targets prove unattainable, and he is seen as a more realistic short-term acquisition compared to Wirtz. Morgan Gibbs-White is another candidate under consideration, and City’s transfer plans may be influenced by whether they secure Champions League qualification, which manager Pep Guardiola acknowledges could affect their ability to attract top talent. Despite these uncertainties, City are willing to make substantial investments to reinforce their squad and maintain their competitive edge.