Guardiola's priorities in the transfer window

In full turmoil after a worrying series of just one win in 11 games, Manchester City and Pep Guardiola are preparing an offensive for the winter transfer window. The Catalan technician wants to strengthen three key positions: a defensive midfielder, a full-back and an attacker. With Rodri's injury, missing until the end of the season, the search for a new number 6 is a priority. Bruno Guimarães (Newcastle) and Martin Zubimendi (Real Sociedad), two players with very complementary profiles, are at the top of the list of potential targets, as revealed by Daily Mail. However, Guardiola remains cautious about prices that he often considers excessive in January.

Reinforcements on all lines?

Beyond the midfield, the English champions are also hoping to consolidate a defense which has already conceded 23 goals in 16 games, an unusually high figure for the Mancuniens. The quest for a full-back and an attacker is part of Guardiola's desire to restore solidity and creativity to his team. But the technician knows that the winter market is difficult: “Clubs don't want to sell and players are expensive. We have to see if the opportunity presents itself,” he recently said. The transfer window promises to be hot, but nothing can ensure that Manchester City will succeed in strengthening.

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