Manchester City see opening bid rejected as release clause deadline hits for main target

Sensational claims in Italy have suggested that Manchester City have already seen an opening bid rejected for a potential new signing in the goalkeeper position.

The interest in a new recruit between the sticks comes as uncertainty remains over Ederson’s future, with the Brazil international attracting strong attention from Saudi Arabian transfer officials.

Ederson may not be the only player to leave the Etihad Stadium this summer, with a number of names linked with various deals in Europe as Mateo Kovacic attracts interest from Italy.

With Day 11 of the ongoing summer transfer window coming to a close, here’s everything you need to know to keep up with the latest Manchester City news and rumors circulating through the world football press!

It is believed that the deadline on Bruno GuimaraesThe release clause is Monday, June 24, meaning Newcastle are now set to be able to demand any fee they want should a club attempt to engineer a transfer. (Newcastle Chronicle)

Bruno GuimarãesThe £100m release clause in his Newcastle United contract will expire tonight at 11.59pm UK time. (Fabrizio Romano)

Fabrizio Romano reveals the time and date of expiry of the crucial contract clause for Manchester City transfer target

Lazio president Claudio Lotito would be willing to sell the goalkeeper Christos Mandas for between 15 and 18 million euros, including bonuses. The Biancocelesti rejected an opening bid of €2m from Manchester City, who offered to take the Greek on loan with a €10m buyout clause. The Premier League champions are preparing a new and improved bid. (The Messenger)

Mateo Kovacic is a player who would be a ‘dream target’ for Inter if Hakan Calhanoglu leaves this summer. However, the Italian club know that any attempt at a reunion would be ‘no small problem’. (The Day)

Inter are eyeing the Manchester City star as a potential replacement for Hakan Calhanoglu

Calvin Phillips indicated to Manchester City that he wants to return to the City Football Academy weeks before Pep Guardiola and other club stars are away on international duty this summer. (Martin Blackburn, The Sun)

Taylor Harwood-Bellis to Southampton (obligation to buy £20m)

Stefan Ortega signed a one-year contract extension at Manchester City until the end of the 2025/26 season.

Scott Carson signed a one-year contract extension at Manchester City until the end of the 2024/25 season.