Things are looking better again for the sky blues after Erling Braut Haaland has once again found his flow in the goal scoring. – Going into the international break, they climbed up to 2nd place in the Premier League after a period earlier this autumn having found themselves outside the Champions League qualification places.
Manchester City are keeping an eye on Vinicius Junior’s situation at Real Madrid, with a potentially big transfer in 2026 in the pipeline.
According to Sky Sports journalist Sacha Tavolieri, Man City are “observing City from a distance” and are well aware that Vinicius is closer than ever to leaving the Bernabeu. There has been a “complete breakdown in contract negotiations” between Vinicius and Real Madrid, and it is now “very difficult to imagine the player staying next season”.
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Tensions are “high” between Xabi Alonso and Vinicius after they broke down during El Clásico, and Madrid are “open to a sale in the summer of 2026”.
Tavolieri states that Los Blancos has “set Vinicius’ asking price at 150 million euros
As it stands now, “the most likely scenario” is that the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) launches a mega offering for the Brazilian superstar.
However, Vinicius doesn’t want to move to the Middle East at this stage of his career, which gives the Premier League suitors – especially City – a good chance.
Tavolieri is not the first to report City’s interest in a sensational deal for Vinicius. Football Insider claimed last week that City are “keeping an eye on” the 25-year-old after learning that he is no longer “untouchable” in Madrid.
Football Insider isn’t the most reliable transfer news agency, so the fact that Tavolieri – from a more reputable source like Sky Sports – has backed up their claim is interesting.
Chelsea could compete with City to sign Vinicius next year. Journalist Graeme Bailey revealed on October 29 that Chelsea have Vinicius “on their radar” as a potential “generation” signing.
Chelsea have preferred to sign up-and-coming players in recent years, while City already have the electric Jeremy Doku on the left flank. However, both sides appreciate that Vinicius’ arrival on the market is an opportunity not to be missed.
As we analysed on November 4, a move to the Etihad would surely mean the end for Jack Grealish. He could join Everton permanently after the loan period, although the Toffees want to spend less than the £50 million (€57 million / $66 million) purchase option.
Vinicius deal will give Guardiola a new weapon
If City make Vinicius their new left winger, it could give Pep Guardiola the best attacking line in the Premier League.
The three-time LaLiga champion could form a crushing partnership with Erling Haaland. Add players like Phil Foden and Rayan Cherki and City could be unstoppable.
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