Manchester City want to activate the release clause of Inter Milan right-back Denzel Dumfries. Pep Guardiola wants to solidify the backline. UEFA Champions League runners-up Inter Milan also believe that Dumfries wants this move in his career. The player, however, has signed a one-year contract extension last year. But Inter Milan do not want Dumfries to go out as a free transfer. If Manchester City decides to bring in Denzel Dumfries this summer, they have to trigger the release clause of €25 million. The ball is in Manchester City’s court. As of now, Dumfries will leave Inter Milan.
Manchester City’s Hunt for Inter Milan’s Denzel Dumfries
Manchester City had a season to forget. They were never in the race to win the Premier League title. In the continental journey, the club got knocked out by Real Madrid. Nothing went in Manchester City’s way this season. The ACL injury of Rodri created a significant void that other players failed to fill. So, Manchester City has reshaped their squad. Club legend Kevin De Bruyne has already bid farewell to the Cityzens. He has joined Serie A champions Napoli. The club has already brought in important players in the midfield position. Now, the only concern for Pep Guardiola is the backline. Another club legend, Kyle Walker, has left Man City to join Burnley. Now, Gvardiol is the only standout player left in that position. Amid this situation, Manchester City want to secure the transfer of Denzel Dumfries as soon as possible. Although Guardiola tried Matheus Nunez and Rico Lewis as the right-back options. But Man City cannot rely on them for a whole season. Currently, Dumfries is the favourite to join Manchester City.
Denzel Dumfries Dominance in European Football
The Dutch has significantly excelled his playing style since joining the ‘I Nerazzurri’. He joined the Milan side from PSV back in the 2021-22 season. Since joining the Italian club, Dumfries has so far played 179 matches for Inter. In those 179 matches, he has scored 22 goals and 26 assists. Only PSG right-back Hakimi has better stats as a right-back than him at this moment. Denzel Dumfries has a knack for making relentless overlapping runs in the box. His physical strength gives him an extra advantage in one-on-one duels. Under Inzaghi, Dumfries even played as a midfielder for Inter. While Pep wants to play under three men back from next season onwards, Dumfries is a clear choice for him. But if Manchester City wants to play in a traditional back four, Dumfries gets caught out of position multiple times.
If Not Dumfries, Manchester City Explore Other Options
Although there shouldn’t be any problem regarding this transfer, Manchester City have already explored other names. Newcastle United’s U-21 Tino Livramento is one of them. But the club does not expect any development in this negotiation. Manchester City couldn’t progress the deal any further due to the difference in valuation. Flamengo fullback Wesley is another name on the list. But Man City didn’t fasten the negotiations. Latest transfer news has claimed that the Brazilian has rejected an offer from Zenit. AS Roma are now one step away from signing him. All these scenarios indicate that Dumfries is a serious choice now. But the Cityzens must not delay the negotiation. Dumfries has interest from Hansi Flick’s Barcelona also. The Spanish giants consider Dumfries a target. Barcelona are hopeful of hijacking it from Manchester City’s grasp.
Author’s Opinion
Manchester City will secure a right-back. This is an open secret in the transfer market. Denzel also doesn’t want to continue here at Inter. Argentina and Inter Milan forward Lautaro Martinez’s indirect attack has played the role of a catalyst, too. Inter are closely monitoring the situation. A player like him will surely find a new club. Inter just don’t want to make him a free transfer. It is to see now how fast Manchester City can crack the important deal.
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