Pep Guardiola, manager of Manchester City, wants this Real Betis player in the Premier League.
Manchester City have put the spotlight on one of the most promising talents in Spanish football. Real Betis midfielder Sergi Altimira has caught the attention of the English giants thanks to his mature style of play despite his young age. The Premier League champion’s sporting management values the player highly and believes he could fit perfectly into Pep Guardiola’s football philosophy.
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Pep Guardiola wants Sergi Altimira at Manchester City
Altimira has had a strong season at Real Betis, where he has excelled with his understanding of the game, physical capacity and ability to read the rhythms of the match. His performances have not gone unnoticed, and several top European clubs have followed him with interest. But it is Manchester City who now seem ready to take a concrete step to secure his signature. His versatility in midfield, combined with tactical intelligence, makes him a sought-after profile for any big football project.
A complex transition
However, the operation is not simple. Real Betis have secured themselves with a release clause of around €50 million, a sum that complicates a possible transfer in the short term. Manchester City are considering various ways to reduce this amount or find alternative solutions to reach a deal. But the Andalusian club stands firm on its price and has no intention of selling the player below this threshold.
Guardiola knows the Spanish market well and sees in Altimira a player with great potential for further development – one who could adapt to the demanding pace of the Premier League. The Catalan coach has a keen eye for young players with development potential, and in this context, the Betis player has earned himself a place among the top options to strengthen the midfield of one of the continent’s most dominant clubs.
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