A big Manchester City move in the summer isn’t out of the question | OneFootball

For now, all focus is on the January transfer window. It remains to be seen who Manchester City could sign this month to strengthen their squad. But in the background to all of this, the summer transfer window is looming as a pivotal one for the world champions. A rebuild is coming to Pep Guardiola’s squad and that will be fascinating to watch unfold.

One player who could potentially be the cornerstone of City’s rebuild is Bayern Munich star Jamal Musiala. Now a new report indicates that his contract talks with Bayern have stalled. If that situation continues to develop it may see Manchester City make their move for the German international next summer.

Pete O’Rourke has reported for Football Insider that Jamal Musiala’s contract talks with Bayern Munich have stalled. O’Rourke goes on to report that this news could see Manchester City swoop for Musiala in the summer. Furthermore, O’Rouke reports that City are preparing a big money move for Musiala next summer. As per O’Rourke’s report, Musiala’s contract with Bayern expires in 2026. If a new deal isn’t agreed between Musiala and Bayern Munich he will enter next summer with 12 months remaining on his contract.

Jamal Musiala is a player that would be perfect for Manchester City to build around. He is the ideal age and has his best football ahead of him. That is saying something based on just how good a player he already is. It is obvious to see that players such as Kevin De Bruyne are coming to the end of their time at Manchester City. If you could replace De Bruyne with one particular player Musiala would be at the top of the list.

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If Jamal Musiala’s contract situation with Bayern Munich isn’t resolved by the summer it may set the scene for Manchester City to pounce. It has been a story that has rumbled away all season. But the closer we get to the summer transfer window Musiala’s contract situation could be the story of the summer. From a Manchester City point of view they’ll be hoping he enters next summer with 12 months remaining on his contract. If he does the scene may be set for them to make a big move to kickstart their rebuild.