After losing Riyad Mahrez to Saudi Arabian side Al Ahli for £30 million, City have targeted Rennes forward, Jeremy Doku as a possible replacement for the Algerian captain who spent 5 years at the club.
The French club value Doku at €55million and have had a bid from West Ham rejected earlier this month.
According to SkySports News, the Hammers are unlikely to re-enter the race following a major interest from City.
The 21-year-old has already scored in his first two games for Rennes this season, having scored six goals in Ligue 1 last season.
Doku could become City’s third major summer signing after the arrivals of Josko Gvardiol and Mateo Kovacic, with the Croatian pair costing a combined £107.6m.
EXCL: Man City, advancing on Jeremy Doku deal as new verbal proposal close to €55/60m package is being discussed with Rennes 🚨🔵 #MCFC
There’s competition but City hope to reach an agreement with Rennes this week — after green light on player side since beginning of August. pic.twitter.com/kLRoWL1BDw
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 21, 2023
Talks between Manchester City and Doku are ongoing and City will be hoping to reach an agreement with the French club later this week.
