Manchester City are reportedly keen on signing 27-year-old French international Theo Hernandez from AC Milan amid his links with Real Madrid.
According to a report from TEAMtalk, Manchester City are looking to hijack Real Madrid’s move for 27-year-old AC Milan defender Theo Hernandez.
Hernandez has established himself as a key player for club and country, and there is no doubt that he would be an exceptional acquisition for the Premier League champions. Recent reports have also linked him with other English bigwigs apart from Manchester City.
Manchester City do not have a specialist left-back right now, and they have had to use Josko Gvardiol in that position. However, the Croatian international is more suited to the role of a central defender.
Manchester City need to plug the weaknesses in their squad during the summer transfer window, and Theo Hernandez would be a quality addition. The Frenchman is at the peak of his powers, and he could help them improve at both ends of the pitch.
Theo Hernandez could fancy a big move
The 27-year-old has proven himself in Italy, and he could be attracted to the idea of moving to the Premier League now. The French international is playing his best football right now, and he will look to join a big club capable of winning major trophies consistently.
Manchester City could provide Theo Hernandez with that platform. The Citizens are one of the biggest clubs in the world and they have been winning titles regularly. Meanwhile, Real Madrid are keen on the player as well.
Los Blancos are looking to bring in an upgrade on Ferland Mendy. The 27-year-old would certainly be an upgrade on his compatriot. It will be interesting to see which of the two clubs can get the deal done. They will be attractive destinations for the player, and they have the financial resources to get the deal across the line as well.
AC Milan will not want to lose a key player like Theo Hernandez easily, and they could demand a premium for his signature. It has been a disappointing season for Manchester City and they are likely to miss out on the league title this term.
The Premier League are already looking to rebuild the squad for the next season, and they need to sort out their defensive unit. They have already brought in quality central defenders in Vitor Reis and Abdukodir Khusanov and need to sign a quality full-back now.
