Manchester City target second transfer raid on Borussia Dortmund this summer

The club’s blockbuster signing in Erling Haaland has needed no time to settle into the side, bagging a stunning brace on his league debut against West Ham.

While the Norwegian international certainly made an incredible impression on Sunday, other new arrivals such as Julian Alvarez and Kalvin Phillips were also considered ready to be involved as options off the bench.

Pep Guardiola also fielded Kalvin Phillips late in the contest to operate as the side’s anchor, as Rodri was hauled off the pitch.

As things stand, Joao Cancelo remains the club’s only senior option that is capable of operating in what remains an unnatural position for the 27-year old.

Oleksandr Zinchenko joined Arsenal this summer, as Manchester City chose not to sign a replacement before the Ukrainian’s departure was confirmed.

While Marc Cucurella seemed destined to join the club, disagreements over the player’s valuation meant Chelsea swooped in to complete the Spaniard’s coup for a lofty initial fee of £55 million.

Despite recent revelations suggesting that the Premier League champions have decided not to send City-bound Sergio Gomez on loan to Girona, in favour of a first-team spot, it is understood that the club are still keen on signing a more experienced alternative.

As per a report by Sky Sports, Manchester City are keen on signing Raphaël Guerreiro from Borussia Dortmund.