Manchester City’s transfer machinery is still in motion and now its target is towards Japanese countries. Following the recent departure of Riyad Mahrez to Saudi football, City are preparing to fill the void left by the Algerian winger with a new signing and have their sights set on Kaoru Mitoma.
With Josko Gvardiol becoming the most expensive defender in history, Manchester City are ready to shell out a significant sum again. As reported by The Sun, the English club would be willing to bid 70 million euros for it Brighton’s Japanese attacker.
After Gvardiol, Manchester City are preparing another bomb transfer of 70 million
The choice of Mitoma is not accidental. His versatility and attacking talent has caught the eye of Pep Guardiola, who is looking to strengthen his squad to maintain his supremacy in English and European football. The 26-year-old Japanese winger showed his dribbling skills and pace at Brighton under Roberto De Zerbi last season.
Mitoma put on an outstanding performance last season, scoring ten goals and providing eight assists in 41 games played. His ability to both help finish games and create chances makes him an attractive profile for the reigning UEFA Champions League holders.
Mahrez’s departure has left a void in the squad that Manchester City are keen to fill and Mitoma looks like the right choice to fit into Guardiola’s plan. City board are ready to invest in the acquisition of the talented Japanese player in the hope he will contribute to the club’s continued success in local and international competitions.
As the transfer market continues to evolve, Manchester City fans and football watchers in general will be keeping an eye on developments surrounding the possible arrival of Kaoru Mitoma and how her signing could impact the team’s performance next season.