City’s hopes of victory appeared to suffer a blow when John Stones was dismissed before half-time, but Matty Cash saw red before the hour to level things up as the leaders sealed a win that moved them 11 points clear of Manchester United, having played a game more than their neighbours.
Kayky has joined the Fluminense first team this season and City’s brief statement indicates he will remain in Brazil until the league campaign concludes there in December.
Both Manchester City and Liverpool have been strongly linked with the Germany international amid suggestions that Los Blancos could be ready to let him move on during next summer’s transfer window.
Balague is generally well connected when it comes to Spanish football so he is likely to possess some decent inside knowledge when it comes to Real’s transfer dealings. However, his comments are contradicted by another trusted journalist Fabrizio Romano.
However, Football Insider reports that the Premier League champions expect McAtee to commit his long-term future to the club by signing a new and improved contract.
Reports in the Brazilian press in recent days have also linked Liverpool with Kayky, with the striker having struggled to agree terms on a new contract with Fluminense.
However, according to The Mirror, Bruno Lage‘s side are facing a battle to keep hold of the South Korea international, with both Man City and Liverpool showing an interest.
Chelsea’s interest has reportedly cooled after the emergence of Reece James so City may only be in a battle with the Gunners for the 22-year-old’s signature.
Ederson, Cancelo, Stones, Dias, Zinchenko, Silva, Rodri, Gundogan, Sterling, Gabriel Jesus, Foden
Fernandinho missed the Tottenham victory due to a muscular injury but the Brazilian was back in training yesterday and should be available for selection for the matches versus the Toffees and the Gunners.
