According to The Athletic senior reporter Ornstein, Manchester City is actively evaluating the feasibility of bringing in a midfielder in January, with the intention of consolidating the team's lineup under the coaching of Pep Guardiola. Since Rodriguez left the game with a serious knee injury in September last year, the Blue Moon's strength in the midfield line has suffered a serious blow and is in dire need of fresh blood.
Manchester City have reportedly targeted Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz as a potential target. The 26-year-old Brazil international moved to Juve from Aston Villa last summer but has failed to perform up to standard with just 16 appearances for the Zebras so far.
Manchester City intend to sign Douglas Luiz on a purely loan basis until the end of the season, with no intention of triggering a mandatory buyout clause. However, Juventus would prefer to deal with the Brazilian player as an outright sale or loan + compulsory buyout. Unless Juve change their strategy before the transfer window closes, it will be difficult for Manchester City to succeed in signing Douglas Luiz on loan.
It is worth noting that Douglas Luiz is not the only target for Manchester City. The team also plans to sign Khusanov, Vitor Reus and Eintracht Frankfurt striker Marmusch, but bringing in Juventus defender Andrea Cambiasso is less likely.
The reinforcement move is crucial for Manchester City, who are eager to get substantial reinforcement in their midfield line to meet the challenges of the upcoming matches. The arrival of Douglas Luiz will depend on Juve's attitude and the final negotiation between the two sides on the terms of the transfer.
