Victor Valdes (FC Barcelona)
Initially it had been expected that the Spain international would be moving to mega-rich Ligue 1 outfit AS Monaco next season after confirming his intention to quit the La Liga champions this summer on a lucrative Bosman-style free transfer.
However, with still no official announcement from either party, there is hope that City may be able to steal in and pinch he experienced Spaniard from under Monaco’s noses.