A distinguished player from Manchester City is increasingly approaching a departure, as a German club has initiated discussions regarding his potential acquisition.

A distinguished player from Manchester City is increasingly approaching a departure, as a German club has initiated discussions regarding his potential acquisition.

Bundesliga club Mainz is actively endeavouring to finalise an agreement for Manchester City’s FA Cup standout, James McAtee, as exclusively reported by TBR Football.

delivered a remarkable performance in Pep Guardiola’s team during their 8-0 victory against Salford City in the FA Cup, as the academy standout scored a hat-trick.Subsequent to the match, the manager of Manchester City conveyed to the media that McAtee is a “special, talented player.”James McAtee is actively seeking to depart from Manchester City during the current month.

Mainz has engaged in discussions with Manchester City regarding a potential transfer of James McAtee, who is keen to depart from the Etihad Stadium this month in pursuit of consistent first-team opportunities, according to sources cited by TBR Football’s chief correspondent, Graeme Bailey.

The forward appears poised to become the next promising talent for the Premier League champions; however, he is not receiving sufficient opportunities at the Etihad Stadium and is keen to seek a transfer.

During the summer, McAtee deliberated on his alternatives and ultimately resolved to remain with the club after engaging in discussions with Pep Guardiola, subsequent to his return from a second loan period at Sheffield United.

However, that position now appears to have shifted, as he has encountered ailments and difficulties, resulting in a constrained amount of playing time in Manchester.

The 22-year-old’s performance in the FA Cup constituted only his fourth start of the season, and with merely 18 months remaining on his existing contract, it appears improbable that he will agree to a new arrangement.

What is the most probable destination for James McAtee? TBR Football has previously disclosed that McAtee has garnered significant interest from several Premier League clubs, including Brentford, Nottingham Forest, Bournemouth, Fulham, and West Ham United.

Italian clubs Atalanta and Bologna have expressed interest in acquiring him for Serie A; however, it seems that his future may lie in Germany. RB Leipzig, Borussia Dortmund, and Bayer Leverkusen are all significant admirers; however, TBR Football has now ascertained that Mainz has initiated communication regarding a potential agreement.

Mainz is experiencing an exceptional season, presently positioned fourth in the Bundesliga, and they are poised to make investments in January as they aspire to secure a berth in the Champions League.