"Manchester City are leading the race to sign a young winger currently operating in France. Last January was a busy time for Pep Guardiola's side, bringing in Omar Marmoush, Nico Gonzalez, Abdukodir Khusanov, Vitor Reis and Juma Bah. It was uncharacteristic of the Citizens, who tend to prefer getting their business done over the summer, but it was needs-must as their form was floundering."
"One such player the English side are said to be targeting is Troyes winger Mathys Detourbet, according to Foot Mercato. The 18-year-old has impressed this season, growing in importance with 16 Ligue 2 appearances and two assists. City are not the only interested party, with Roma who reportedly saw a 10m package for the player rejected last summer along with Monaco and several German clubs also eyeing the prospect."
"This could be something of a one-horse race if Manchester City are truly intent on landing Detourbet, however, as Troyes sit within the City Football Group (CFG) multi-club system, of which Guardiola's side is the flagship. Current Etihad winger Savinho travelled a similar path, going on loan to CFG stablemate Girona, before being signed by Manchester City in 2024 in a deal worth up to 30.8m."
Manchester City are targeting 18-year-old Troyes winger Mathys Detourbet, who has made 16 Ligue 2 appearances and provided two assists this season. Detourbet has attracted interest from Roma, Monaco and several German clubs, with Roma reportedly having a 10m package rejected last summer. Troyes sits within the City Football Group multi-club network, increasing Manchester City's chances of securing the player. The transfer could follow the Savinho blueprint, involving a loan to a CFG affiliate such as Girona before a Manchester City signing. Manchester City's current league position allows a longer-term recruitment approach.
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