Manchester City are set to ramp up their interest in Marc Cucurella as Oleksandr Zinchenko closes in on a move to Arsenal.
The Gunners are looking to conclude a deal with Man City to sign Zinchenko this week and it is understood that the transfer fee for the Ukraine international will be in the region of £30m reports Sky Sports.
That money will go towards the signing of Brighton’s Cucurella, as City look to look to wrap up the left-back to replace Zinchenko and will increase the intensity of their pursuit once the 25-year-old’s move to the Emirates is concluded states the Daily Star.
Cucurella has been linked with a move to the Etihad all summer, with the latest reports on a move coming 10 days ago; as it was reported that Brighton were discussing improved contract terms with the 23-year-old as a result of the Seagulls not receiving an offer for the Spain international from City.
The Athletic states that the left-back is understood to be a priority signing for the reigning Premier League champions and Pep Guardiola. Brighton are said to be seeking a figure of at least £50m from any interested club reports The Athletic, but whether that arrives from City will be seen once Zinchenko’s move to Arsenal is finalised.