Manchester City continues to engage in ongoing talks with Lille for Ayyoub Bouaddi, the promising Moroccan midfielder. Both parties have reportedly agreed on personal terms for the 18-year-old, as they work towards finalizing a deal.

In contrast, discussions with Barcelona regarding Rodri have become inactive. City deemed Barcelona's initial offer of approximately £40m as inadequate. The Spain captain is set to return to City on Friday after his post-World Cup break, and with only a year remaining on his contract, City hopes he will renew.

Barcelona is contemplating a revised offer for the 30-year-old midfielder.

In addition to Bouaddi, City is exploring other midfield options, particularly Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea, who carries a hefty price tag of £120m. Fernandez’s previous working relationship with new City manager Enzo Maresca strengthens his candidacy.

Regarding potential outgoings, City is aware of Nottingham Forest's interest in midfielder Tijjani Reijnders, signed from AC Milan last summer for £46m. Mateo Kovacic is expected to fulfill the final year of his contract at the Etihad. Nico Gonzalez has expressed his desire to remain, though his playing time under Maresca remains uncertain.

Omar Marmoush seeks more minutes, with Maresca indicating that opportunities could arise this season. There has been no recent contact concerning Savinho, who aims to transition to Tottenham. Meanwhile, Vitor Reis is anticipated to stay at City, showcasing his talent during the preseason tour in the Far East after a loan spell at Girona.