Manchester City are exploring potential signings in two new positions

Manchester City’s recruitment chiefs are exploring the possibility of recruiting in two other positions in Pep Guardiola’s squad apart from central midfield.

Much of the talk in the first three weeks of the summer transfer window has focused on the Etihad Stadium bosses’ intention to bolster their midfield options, particularly amid concerns over Rodrigo’s workload.

The Spain international midfielder is continually relied on by Pep Guardiola’s side and without enough support for the 28-year-old, his physical demands over the course of a season and off-season lead to dips in performance.

However, as the rush for a satisfactory reserve level continues, a new report has detailed the simultaneous search for new names in other positions in Pep Guardiola’s Premier League title-winning squad.

According to The Athletic’s Sam Lee, Manchester City are continuing to explore a move for a new right winger to bring into Pep Guardiola’s set-up amid continued uncertainty over whether Savio will become a permanent fixture in the squad. the first team. image.

The report also reveals that the Premier League champions could also sign a new left-back to replace Sergio Gomez, with the Spaniard expected to leave this summer and attracting interest from across Europe, but in particular from Real Sociedad.

However, fans should not expect a name to necessarily spell the fate of Josko Gvardiol or Nathan Ake, with Sam Lee explaining that Gomez’s replacement is not expected to be an option ready to go straight into Guardiola’s squad .

It remains to be seen, however, whether Manchester City will have enough time to get their new names and faces through the doors of the City Football Academy in time for the start of pre-season training.

Pep Guardiola and his players are due to return around Monday, July 15, although those who competed in the European Championships and Copa America are expected to return later and some could miss much of the upcoming pre-season tournament. US season.

Due to their group stage exit from the European Championships, Manchester City fans can expect Croatian duo Josko Gvardiol and Mateo Kovacic to be involved when the club travel to the United States for their four-match East Coast tour.

However, later exits such as Jeremy Doku and Kevin De Bruyne could have at least an extra week away from Manchester City duties as the club look to have all their national team players fully recharged for a busy season .