The rumoured first player signing for Man City in the January 2025 transfer window under Pep Guardiola has been confirmed according to reports.
Following initial speculations about possible player transfers for Man City in the January 2025 transfer window, reports of the first signing of Pep Guardiola reaching its final stages have emerged.
Manchester City is nearing the signing of Palmeiras’ highly-rated 18-year-old centre-back, Vitor Reis. The Premier League champions have reportedly reached an agreement on personal terms with the player and his representatives.
Negotiations with Palmeiras are ongoing, with a transfer fee expected to be around €40 million. City is working swiftly to finalize the deal, aiming to ward off interest from other clubs. Reis, already recognized as a rising defensive talent in Brazil, could be a valuable addition to Pep Guardiola’s squad, and his development in the English top flight-will be one to watch.
After a slow start to the season, City, currently sixth in the Premier League with only 10 wins from 20 matches, is keen to strengthen their team in the January transfer window. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the club has identified Reis as a primary target and has already made significant progress in discussions with Palmeiras. The proposed €40 million bid follows previous offers from other teams that were turned down.
With the Champions League campaign intensifying, Guardiola has opened up on the pressure to bolster his squad. Manchester City has faced challenges with injuries, defensive frailties, and a lack of attacking prowess, and it is a no-brainer that the manager has his eyes set on signing reinforcements.
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City’s robust financial position, supported by record profits, allows flexibility in the market. While Guardiola prefers a lean squad, some younger players may be loaned out for more game time. There is no urgency to offload players, but careful planning will be required to shape the team’s future.
Kevin De Bruyne’s contract situation remains a priority, with interest from MLS and Saudi clubs creating uncertainty about his long-term stay. Following the shaky form of Guardiola’s side in he first half of the 2024/2025 season, the January window promises to be pivotal for City as they aim to boost their domestic and European campaigns by swiftly securing key signings.
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