Manchester City midfielder Kalvin Phillips has reportedly been linked with a move away from the club in recent weeks.
Kalvin Phillips was expected to move to Juventus in the January transfer window. But Fabrizio Romano has claimed that the Serie A giants have now abandoned their pursuit of the Manchester City outcast.
Juventus Wanted Kalvin Phillips, But the Stance has Changed
The Italian journalist has suggested that Juventus have no intention to proceed with their interest in the midfielder at the current conditions. Manchester City are reportedly demanding a substantial loan fee and salary coverage. The Italian giants will now focus on signing talented young defender Tiago Djalo.
Meanwhile, Newcastle United remain keen on signing the 28-year-old defensive midfielder, who joined Manchester City in a £45 million deal, and it remains to be seen whether they can get the deal done.
The Magpies need to sign a quality midfielder, especially losing Sandro Tonali to a betting ban. Phillips could prove to be a quality acquisition for them, and he would help them improve during the second half of the season.
What Next?
The England international needs to play more often at this stage of his career, and he will hope that regular football during the second half of the season can help him cement his place in the England starting lineup for the European Championships as well. Manchester City are unlikely to be able to recoup the £45 million they paid for him.
So, they might have to cut their losses on the player. It is fair to assume that they will have to be reasonable with their demands for any move to go through this month. As far as Juventus are concerned, they have been linked with a move for Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg as well.
Meanwhile, Kalvin Phillips will be desperate for a January transfer, and he will hope that the Premier league champions can be reasonable with their demands so that he can play more often. He was highly rated in English football during his time at Leeds United and could prove to be a key player for most clubs in the division.
