Premier League
Hugo Viana, who will take over as the new sporting director of Manchester City in 2025 after the departure of Txiki Begiristain was announced, is already outlining his transfer strategy for the current English champions. As reported by Defensa Central, his first two targets in the market are the promising defenders from Sporting CP, Ousmane Diomande and Gonçalo Inácio.
Both players have become key pieces in the Portuguese team, attracting the attention of several major clubs, including Real Madrid and Liverpool. Therefore, Hugo Viana intends to get ahead in the race to secure two of the most important defensive talents in the Portuguese league.
Diomande and Inacio, City's targets
Diomande, from Ivory Coast, has had a meteoric rise since joining Sporting in 2023, standing out as one of the most solid center-backs in the Primeira Liga. His defensive strength and ability to anticipate plays have sparked interest from various European teams, and Manchester City wants to secure his services to strengthen their defensive line in the coming years.
On the other hand, Gonçalo Inácio, a Portuguese international, has been a constant presence in the Lisbon-based team, with nearly 200 appearances to his name. At 20 years old, he has already proven to be a complete defender, contributing both defensively and offensively, making him even more attractive to top clubs like City and Real Madrid. His ability to read the game and versatility have made him one of the most sought-after players in Portuguese football.
With Hugo Viana leading the negotiations and a clear plan to keep the club at the top of European football, Manchester City aims to get ahead of Real Madrid and Liverpool's interest, as they also closely monitor these two players as alternatives in case the signing of William Saliba does not materialize.
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