David Ornstein reports that Manchester City is actively negotiating a transfer on deadline day to acquire a player valued at £50 million.

David Ornstein reports that Manchester City is actively negotiating a transfer on deadline day to acquire a player valued at £50 million.

According to David Ornstein of The Athletic, Manchester City is endeavouring to finalise the acquisition of Porto’s prominent midfielder, Nico Gonzalez, on deadline day.

The recruitment officials at the Etihad Stadium, along with manager Pep Guardiola, have prioritised the enhancement of their squad by securing a midfielder prior to the 11 PM deadline. The Sky Blues have demonstrated considerable activity during the winter transfer window, with

Omar Marmoush emerging as the most significant acquisition for the reigning Premier League champions, following his transfer from Eintracht Frankfurt for a fee of £59 million. However, the club is poised to pursue additional signings in the forthcoming hours. Sky Blues Endeavouring to Finalise the Acquisition of GonzalezAccording

to Ornstein, Manchester City is endeavouring to finalise the last-minute acquisition of Gonzalez from Primeira Liga powerhouse Porto. However, they are facing a time constraint, as negotiations have yet to yield a satisfactory agreement, and the club is urgently seeking to inject new vitality into their midfield.

The Spanish player possesses a release clause valued at approximately £50 million embedded within his contract. Consequently, the Sky Blues are cognisant that his current club is not in a position to substantially elevate their demands in an effort to deter a last-minute pursuit for his signature.

Barcelona is entitled to a percentage of any prospective transfer fee that Manchester City may negotiate in the forthcoming hours, as the La Liga giants included a 40 percent sell-on clause when they permitted Gonzalez to pursue a new opportunity at Porto, following his development through their renowned La Masia junior academy.

The Sky Blues have intensified their efforts less than 24 hours following revelations from GMS sources indicating that Guardiola and Director of Football Txiki Begiristain are strategising a late acquisition for the 23-year-old player.

They have meticulously compiled comprehensive reports on his capabilities, having dispatched scouts to observe his performances as they consider approaching the negotiating table. Register for The GIVEMESPORT Report to receive exclusive daily updates directly from Fabrizio Romano, Ben Jacobs, Dean Jones, and Tom Bogert, delivered strait to your inbox.