Manchester City Eye Bayer Leverkusen’s Exequiel Palacios for Summer Transfer

Manchester City have set their sights on Bayer Leverkusen’s talented midfielder Exequiel Palacios as a key target for the upcoming summer transfer window, according to El Intransigente. The 26-year-old Argentine, who played a pivotal role in Leverkusen’s historic Bundesliga triumph in the 2023/24 season, has also been part of Argentina’s 2022 World Cup-winning squad, showcasing his pedigree on the global stage. Palacios, known for his tenacious style and versatility in central midfield, could provide the depth and dynamism Pep Guardiola’s squad needs amid ongoing positional concerns, particularly in midfield. 

However, Leverkusen are unlikely to let their star midfielder go without a hefty transfer fee. Palacios, who joined the German club from River Plate in 2020 for €17 million, has also attracted interest from Real Madrid, setting the stage for a potential bidding war.Meanwhile, Manchester City are also navigating transfer talks with Leverkusen involving other players like Florian Wirtz, with the German club reportedly interested in City’s James McAtee and Stefan Ortega as part of a possible deal. Fans eagerly await further developments in this transfer saga.