Journalist Dean Jones speculates that Manchester City’s rumored interest in Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong may not materialize this summer. The Netherlands international was the subject of original rumours suggesting a potential £90 million deal, but recent events suggest that Manchester City is looking at alternative options in midfield.

The club is aggressively evaluating alternative targets to bolster their roster for the upcoming season as a result of the hole left by the departure of Ilkay Gundogan.

The Pursuit of Gabri Veiga

Gabri Veiga, a star for Celta Vigo, has caught the attention of Manchester City as a prospective midfield addition. Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), Liverpool, and Chelsea are all interested in the 21-year-old. Particularly PSG wants Veiga’s services and is working harder to attract him to Ligue 1 rather than the Premier League.

Veiga has attracted interest from Barcelona as well, increasing the number of suitors for his services. Given the number of interested parties, Veiga’s pursuit seems like a more achievable goal for Man City this summer.

Manchester City is actively evaluating more prospective signings in addition to Gabri Veiga. The club has previously made known that Mateo Kovacic has been acquired from Chelsea, expanding their midfield options. Additionally, a record-breaking £86 million signing for RB Leipzig defender Josko Gvardiol is about to be completed.

Jones argues that Frenkie de Jong won’t likely be moved this summer, hinting that Gvardiol is Manchester City’s top priority. The Citizens are aggressively looking at alternative targets to bolster their team, however surprises in the transfer market are still possible.

Exploring Additional Options

In an effort to bolster the team, Man City has been connected to a number of more players. Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur, Barcelona, Villarreal, and Manchester City are among the teams that are interested in RB Salzburg playmaker Oscar Gloukh.

Inquiries regarding Atlanta United’s Thiago Almada have also been made, with Manchester City and Manchester United expressing interest.

Manchester City will keep assessing prospective acquisitions as the transfer market develops and look for individuals who can help their Premier League campaign.

Although early reports suggested Manchester City was interested in Frenkie de Jong, recent events indicate the pursuit would not succeed this summer. The team is concentrating on alternate objectives instead, with Gabri Veiga emerging as a more practical midfield option. Mateo Kovacic has already been signed by Manchester City, and a deal for Josko Gvardiol is almost complete.

The team is actively looking at other players, such as Oscar Gloukh and Thiago Almada. Manchester City will evaluate their objectives and make strategic acquisitions when the transfer window closes in order to bolster their roster in preparation for the upcoming Premier League season.