Manchester City targets goalkeeper Vanja Milinkovic-Savic

Manchester City is interested in signing Serbian goalkeeper Vanja Milinkovic-Savic, currently with Torino in Serie A. The club's new director, Hugo Viana, is preparing to compete with Napoli for the player. Milinkovic-Savic, 28, was with Manchester United from 2014 to 2016 but did not play for the first team. Since joining Torino, he has become their starting goalkeeper, keeping 10 clean sheets in this season alone. He also leads Serie A in save percentage and penalties saved. Both Viana and Napoli's coach Antonio Conte admire Milinkovic-Savic's skills. They find him impressive not only as a shot-stopper but also with his ability to play the ball. Torino is likely to consider reasonable offers for him since they can profit from his potential sale. His contract runs until June 2026, with an option for an additional year. As City looks to replace their current goalkeeper, Ederson, they see Milinkovic-Savic as a potential option. Ederson's performance this season has been below par, and he has expressed interest in moving to Saudi Arabia. Meanwhile, City's backup keeper, Stefan Ortega, hopes for increased playtime if Ederson departs. Additionally, rumors suggest that City defender Manuel Akanji has been offered to Real Madrid, as he seeks a new experience. Midfielder Kalvin Phillips, currently on loan at Ipswich Town, is also likely to leave the club, with a potential return to Leeds United on the cards.