Juventus Enter Race to Sign Kalvin Phillips From Manchester City

The European transfer window is set to heat up in the coming weeks, and one of the most intriguing storylines is the potential departure of Kalvin Phillips from Manchester City. The 28-year-old midfielder has found himself on the fringes of Pep Guardiola‘s squad this season, and it is now widely believed that he will seek a move in January. Amid this turmoil, Serie A giants Juventus has emerged as the frontrunner in the race to sign the England international.

Pep Guardiola’s preference for a more attacking-minded midfield has left Phillips out in the cold, and the player is desperate for regular playing time. With injury-plagued squads troubling various clubs across Europe, Phillips can find his next destination very soon.

Juventus eyes Kalvin Phillips as a solution to their midfield struggles

The Serie A powerhouse is keen on reinforcing its midfield options. They see Kalvin Phillips as a prime candidate to fill the void left by suspended players Paul Pogba and Nicolo Fagioli. With the need of the hour, Phillips’ versatility and experience make him an ideal candidate for the Old Lady. The Englishman is keen to leave City and play regular games, and he is said to be impressed by Juventus’ project.

Juventus sporting director Guintoli is reportedly set to meet with City officials in the coming days. They’ll discuss the possibility of a loan deal for Phillips until the end of the season. The Bianconeri are willing to offer a significant loan fee, apart from including an optional buy-in deal. However, Manchester City is adamant on a permanent buy-in deal after the loan.

Apart from the Old Lady, other English clubs, including Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur, and Newcastle United, have also shown interest in Kalvin Phillips. However, it is Juventus that appears most determined to secure his services. Initially, it was speculated that Phillips would like to stay in England, but the Englishman is now open to the idea of joining Juventus, clearing the path for discussions with Manchester City.

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Manchester City eyeing Fulham midfielder as Phillips’ replacement

Since Pep Guardiola opened the doors for Kalvin Phillips, the club has been finding suitable targets to fill his void. The Cityzens are reportedly considering a move for Fulham midfielder Joao Palhinha. The 28-year-old Portuguese came close to joining Bayern Munich in the summer, but the deal fell through on transfer deadline day. Despite the failed transfer, Bayern will be preparing a possible offer to acquire his services in January. Manchester City will be competing for sure for the talented midfielder.

With the winter transfer window nearing, it’ll be interesting to see the reshaping squads for the second half of the season. Juventus’ interest in Phillips is clearly a significant development, and the Italian club will be hoping to finalize the deal with the Englishman. Stay tuned for more transfer market drama in the upcoming weeks!

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