Rodrygo to Manchester City: The latest
This comes amid confirmation that the Brazilian remains a prime target on the part of the Sky Blues.
Frontman Rodrygo has of course seen his name reemerge as an altogether prominent one in the transfer headlines across Europe over the last week.
This comes after word was forthcoming that Pep Guardiola's Man City had emerged as serious suitors for the 24-year-old.
The brass at The Etihad are currently weighing up the sale of winger Savinho, amid an ongoing transfer push on the part of Premier League rivals Tottenham.
And in the case of the Brazilian ultimately moving on, City, it is understood, are ready to go all out for his fellow countryman.
As per a report from journalist Fabrizio Romano:
'Manchester City keep thinking of Rodrygo as main target if Savinho ends up leaving and joining Tottenham. As revealed days ago, MCFC want to try for Brazilian star… but only if Sávio leaves. No Akliouche, no Xavi Simons as of now. Rodrygo, the name mentioned internally.'
Conor Laird – GSFN
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