Manchester City are engaged in discussions with Lens about acquiring young centre-back Abdukodir Khusanov. Tracking his progress for some time, they are considering various options for his integration, including immediate involvement in Guardiola's squad or retaining him at Lens until summer.
The transfer fee for Khusanov is anticipated to be around £20 million. His impressive performances since joining Lens from the Belarusian league have attracted the attention of several elite clubs across Europe.
As Manchester City's defensive injury crisis deepens, there is an increased likelihood of Khusanov getting playing time this season. With key defenders sidelined, academy player Jahmai Simpson-Pusey has stepped up, highlighting the urgency for additional defensive reinforcements.
In addition to pursuing Khusanov, City is actively searching for a central midfielder this January, with challenges posed by Newcastle's high valuation of Bruno Guimarães and doubts about a potential transfer for Atalanta's Éderson.
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