Pep Guardiola has already confirmed Aleks Zinchenko will start in Tuesday's FA Cup tie with Peterborough United and there has now been a big hint as to who won't be involved - at least from the start.
12.02.2022 - 00:21 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Inter Milan have reportedly set their asking price for Lautaro Martinez amid transfer links with Manchester City.
City are likely to be in the market for a new striker in the summer, with Gabriel Jesus currently their only senior option in the position.
Martinez has been touted as a potential option, with the 24-year-old enjoying another impressive season in front of goal as Inter look to defend their Serie A title with 11 league goals in 21 appearances so far.
Pep Guardiola is said to be a ‘great admirer’ of the Argentina international, and with reports continually linking him with a move to the Premier League, Inter have reportedly set their stall out.
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According to InterLive (via Sport Witness), the Italian giants are ready to entertain offers of at least £50.5million this summer, with the club prepared to cash in on Martinez despit him signing a contract extension until 2026 in October.
The report also claims Gabriel Jesus could be offered in part exchange, although Inter are said to only be interested in a straight fee.
As well as City, Martinez has also been linked with the likes of Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool and Tottenham, with Spurs in particular offering the chance for the striker to link back up with Antonio Conte.
Elsewhere, City look to be out of the running to sign Luka Modric, with the midfielder admitted he is not considering a return to England.
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