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Man City transfer news: Lionel Messi blow, Manchester United battle for defenders

Man City transfer news: Lionel Messi blow, Manchester United battle for defenders
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Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for Manchester City on Tuesday, July 7.

The buildup to the summer transfer window has now begun, with rumours and speculation continuing to swirl as Manchester City eye possible reinforcements.

The 2018-19 champions did not bring in a single player during the January transfer window, despite suffering a defensive shortage for much of the campaign so far.

Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest news on possible comings and goings at the Etihad.

Tuesday morning's headlines:

Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hints at Nathan Ake transfer
Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer seemingly hints that he is interested in Bournemouth defender Nathan Ake with comments made after Saturday's match. Read more.

Manchester United, Manchester City 'going head-to-head for same targets'
A report claims that rivals Manchester United and Manchester City are eyeing the same two centre-backs ahead of the summer transfer window. Read more.

Josep Maria Bartomeu confident Lionel Messi will remain at Barcelona
Josep Maria Bartomeu says Lionel Messi "wants to continue at Barcelona", despite strong suggestions that the superstar forward is growing unhappy at Camp Nou. Read more.

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