Pep Guardiola has initiated a major squad re-shuffle at Manchester City following Kevin De Bruyne's summer exit, prompting significant selection decisions. Manuel Akanji is considered surplus to future plans and is seeking a move away from the Etihad. Turkish champions Galatasaray reportedly agreed personal terms and a deal with Manchester City, but Milan have made a late approach, prompting Akanji to pause a move to Turkey. Milan contacted Bayern Munich regarding Kim Min-Jae before selecting Akanji. Crystal Palace have also shown interest as they seek a replacement for Marc Guehi ahead of a potential Liverpool transfer. Akanji has won multiple major trophies during his time in England.
One his most important players in his time in the north-west of England, Kevin De Bruyne, moved on in the summer and it seems Guardiola is prepared to make some major decisions to a avoid a repeat of last season. Manuel Akanji is one of those players who potentially does not play a part in his plans going forward, and has therefore led to the Swiss defender looking for a move away from The Etihad.
In keeping with the trend this summer, a major hijack may now be on the cards, altering Akanji's destination significantly. Chelsea's Nicolas Jackson and Manchester City's Manuel Akanji challenge for a ball in November 2023. (Image credit: Getty Images) Italian outlet Calciomercato are reporting that Milan have made a late play for Akanji's signature, with the defender hitting pause on his move to Turkey.
Akanji is also garnering interest in England, with FA Cup winners Crystal Palace rumoured to be interested as they look to find a replacement for Marc Guehi ahead of a potential move to Liverpool. The 30-year-old has won the Premier League twice, the Champions League, the FA Cup, the UEFA Super Cup and the Club World Cup during his time in England.
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