Transfers: Man City prepare move for Chelsea star as Savinho nears exit

Manchester City are considering a move for Chelsea winger Pedro Neto as they prepare for the potential departure of Brazil winger Savinho

Maresca has already seen his new squad strengthened by the arrival of midfielder Elliot Anderson in a British record £116 million transfer from Nottingham Forest.

However, City remain active in the market for a new winger as negotiations continue with Tottenham Hotspur over the sale of Savinho

According to reports, Neto features prominently on City’s shortlist. Maresca maintains a good working relationship with the Portugal international following their time together at Stamford Bridge before Maresca left the club.

Meanwhile, Real Madrid are stepping up efforts to sign Rodri.

The 30-year-old midfielder is set to miss the start of the Premier League campaign to undergo back surgery.

"Now, surgery on Monday. Then he needs a holiday; he needs to rest and recover, and then he will be back with us," Maresca said during his inaugural City press conference."

City could lose Rodri and Savinho in this window after completing the sales of James Trafford and Nathan Ake.

John Stones left the club upon the expiry of his contract on June 30 and has completed a move to Inter Milan.

The futures of Mateo Kovacic, Omar Marmoush, and Nico Gonzalez remain uncertain.