This summer time is about to be an extremely thrilling one for Manchester Metropolis who’re making an attempt to lure among the finest names in world soccer to the Etihad Stadium.
However what’s the newest on their pursuit of Borussia Dortmund’s Erling Haaland? Fabrizio Romano reveals all.
What’s the phrase?
Talking on the latest episode of the Right here We Go podcast Romano shared info on their chase for the Norwegian star and what they hope to attain if and after they agree phrases to deliver him to England.
Romano stated: “Manchester Metropolis will signal a midfielder in the summertime, not less than one midfielder. It relies on the outgoings however they may signal a brand new midfielder. The main focus now could be on Erling Haaland after which after securing the Erling Haaland deal they need to deal with a midfielder.
“I offers you one midfielder they’re monitoring; they despatched their scouts, greater than 4 or 5 occasions this yr and that’s Matheus Nunes at Sporting. He’s a extremely good participant, he’s taking part in for Portugal too. Let’s see if they may resolve to signal him or one other participant.”
Will Haaland be at Man Metropolis subsequent season?
Undoubtedly!
No likelihood!
This comes after the information that Fernandinho could be leaving Metropolis behind on the finish of the season.
Thrilling information
Before everything, the concept Metropolis look to be assured of securing a deal for Haaland, someone with 25 objectives this time period, is extremely thrilling.
Nevertheless, couple that with the considered securing Nunes’ signature as nicely and it seems to be just like the Manchester membership imply enterprise over the following few months.
They’re nonetheless within the hunt to win each the Premier League and Champions League, an achievement that will be intently matched by the acquisitions of Haaland and Nunes.
The latter is an excellent technician and is likely one of the best footballers on the attention to look at.
Certainly, Guardiola commented on his skills earlier this yr: “I’d say that Matheus Nunes is likely one of the finest gamers on the earth at this time.”
On that proof, there may be definitely a big attraction from the Spaniard in the direction of the Portugal worldwide and judging by his underlying numbers, it’s not a shock to see why.
He has produced three objectives and 5 assists all through 2021/22 whereas rating within the high 1% of gamers in an identical place throughout Europe’s high 5 leagues for dribbles per 90 at 3.19.
Able to dancing previous gamers with ease and evading the press, he’d be excellent for Guardiola’s system and the Premier League.
These are thrilling occasions for Metropolis and in the event that they do find yourself pursuing a deal for Nunes, it should solely elevate the nice feeling surrounding the Etihad.
