Kalidou Koulibaly to Man City transfer takes a step closer as Napoli agree replacement deal

straight to your inboxThe president of Argentina, Alberto Fernandez, has urged Lionel Messi to reject a potential move to Manchester City in favour of joining Newell's Old Boys.Messi failed to report for coronavirus testing at Barcelona's training complex yesterday as he continues his battle to leave the club.The Argentine’s decision not to attend means he will be unable to participate in Ronald Koeman's first training session today.Messi has told the Barcelona hierarchy last week that he wants

straight to your inboxBarcelona will demand £250m for Lionel Messi and have identified the player they want to replace him, according to the latest reports.Manchester City continue to be linked with Messi, who failed to attend pre-season testing at Barcelona on Sunday as the dispute over his contract continues.

straight to your inboxBarcelona are not willing to accept any Manchester City players in exchange for Lionel Messi this summer, according to reports.News broke earlier this week that Messi wants to leave the Spanish giants on the back of their humiliating Champions League exit at the hands of Bayern Munich.

straight to your inbox Manchester City target Kalidou Koulibaly played in a reserve team for Napoli as their preparations for the new season got underway last night. And that is being seen in Naples as a hint that the Serie A side are already planning to be without the Senegal defender in the season ahead.City are relaxed about the signing, waiting for Napoli to drop their transfer fee demands.

straight to your inbox A football agent who helped to take Lionel Messi to Barcelona claims it is “90 per cent” sure that the player will stay at the Nou Camp. Manchester City are awaiting the outcome of the player's attempts to extricate himself from the club, which will hit a crucial phase in the next 48 hours.

straight to your inbox Lionel Messi could have a similar effect on Manchester City to the Robinho signing 12 years ago.

straight to your inboxBarcelona legend Rivaldo believes Manchester City could be Lionel Messi's best option if he leaves the Nou Camp.Barca's season culminated in an embarrassing defeat by Bayern Munich in the Champions League quarter-final after they lost the La Liga title to Real Madrid and Messi has made it clear he wants to move on.The MEN understands that however much City would want Messi, they will not publicly push for him, but Rivaldo is of the opinion that City would be a good fit for

straight to your inboxInter Milan striker Lautaro Martinez is Manchester City's top striker target this summer as Pep Guardiola looks to reinforce his attacking options, according to reports.City are looking to strengthen their squad in the transfer window after a disappointing campaign that yielded just one trophy and have already made a strong start with the signings of Nathan Ake and Ferran Torres.Another new centre-back remains the priority after City's defensive woes this past season, with

straight to your inboxWolves are open to selling Adama Traore for the right price this summer amid links to Manchester City - according to reports.Traore has been backed to leave the Midlands side this summer on the back of an impressive Premier League campaign.

straight to your inbox Lyon manager Rudi Garcia joked that star midfielder Houssem Aouar will only be up for sale if they win the Champions League, as the player himself distanced himself from links with Manchester City.Aouar, 21, is no stranger to City, after impressing against the Blues in last season's group stage. Lyon took four points from City, prompting Pep Guardiola to say: "Houssem Aouar is a very good player.

straight to your inboxFerran Torres has come to Manchester City to work with the manager he believes is the best in the world.Torres, 20, is the first major signing of the summer with the Blues agreeing an initial fee of £21m with Valencia in a financial package that could go up to £31m.

straight to your inboxManchester United are set to reignite their interest in Napoli centre-back Kalidou Koulibaly according to the latest transfer rumours, but would only pay €70million for him.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is aiming to build on his side's potential and turn them into Premier League contenders by strengthening in the transfer market and would ideally like to add a winger, centre-midfielder and playmaker to his ranks.However, the Norwegian refused to rule out bringing in a new

straight to your inboxBayern Munich have put a dent in any plans that Manchester City may have to try and sign David Alaba this summer. Alaba, who worked with Pep Guardiola during his time at Bayern, has been mentioned as a potential City target due to his experience and ability to play at centre-back and left-back.