The current champion of the English Premier League, "Manchester City," is preparing for significant changes during the summer transfer window. The team has begun implementing plans to rejuvenate the squad and form a more competitive team.
As part of this process, several experienced players are expected to leave, including 30-year-old Croatian player Mateo Kovacic.
"Atletico" joins the race for Kovacic
Madrid's "Atletico" is showing serious interest in Kovacic, who is expected to leave "Manchester City." Diego Simeone's team may spend around 30 million euros for this transfer.
Kovacic, who moved from "Chelsi" to "City" in the summer of 2023, has a contract that runs until 2027. However, the "Citizens" are ready to sell the experienced midfielder, and this decision is related to the new plans of head coach Josep Guardiola.
Ederson from "Atalanta" as Kovacic's replacement?
Guardiola is planning to fill the void left by the Croatian player with Ederson, who is currently playing for Italy's "Atalanta." The Brazilian midfielder is performing successfully at "Atalanta," and "City" sees him as an important player for the future.
Kovacic's career and experience
Throughout his career, Mateo Kovacic has played for some of the strongest clubs in Europe. He has represented "Inter," "Real Madrid," and "Chelsi." The experienced midfielder has also won the Champions League with "Chelsi," gaining significant experience.
"City" is preparing for summer changes
The management of "Manchester City" plans to make serious changes to the squad during the summer transfer window. In addition to Kovacic, several star players are also expected to leave. The team is trying to bring in young and fast players to implement Guardiola's long-term plans.
Kovacic's move to "Atletico" could be beneficial for both the player and "City." This is because Guardiola aims to strengthen the team with new players. In this process, Brazilian Ederson has a high chance of becoming the next transfer for the "Citizens."
