Man City Ready to Sanction Sale of £250k-per-Week Defender, No Future Under Guardiola

Man City Ready to Sanction Sale of £250k-per-Week Defender, No Future Under Guardiola

Manchester City, the reigning Premier League champions, are reportedly poised to approve the sale of their £250,000-a-week defender Joao Cancelo this month. The Portuguese international, once a key figure under Pep Guardiola, has seen his fortunes decline, leading to his imminent departure from the Etihad Stadium.

Following a relatively quiet summer in terms of incoming transfers, City has focused more on potential exits. Despite facing interest from Saudi Pro League clubs for stars like Kevin de Bruyne and Ederson, the club has so far managed to retain these vital players. However, the situation with Cancelo appears different, as the full-back has fallen out of favor under Guardiola.

Cancelo’s decline began at the start of 2023, resulting in him being loaned out to Bayern Munich and later Barcelona. Despite his past contributions, including being one of Guardiola’s most trusted players, the defender has struggled to regain his spot in the team. His high weekly wage of £250,000 has only added to the urgency of finding a permanent solution, with City now ready to entertain offers before the transfer window closes.

Reports suggest that Saudi side Al Hilal is among the clubs interested in acquiring Cancelo. This potential move would mark a significant shift for both the player and City, as the club looks to streamline its squad while continuing its pursuit of a fifth consecutive Premier League title. With Pep Guardiola’s future at the club uncertain, Cancelo’s exit seems almost inevitable, signaling the end of an era for the Portuguese star at Manchester City.