Who is Manchester City's Kyle Walker replacement? Here is new target of Manchester City

According to recent reports, Manchester City has intensified their efforts to secure a right-back before the transfer window opens at the start of the next season. Currently, they are using Rico Lewis and Matheus Nunes in the role, but Pep Guardiola is seeking a new full-back. Manchester City is in talks with Newcastle United to secure the signature of their emerging right-back, Tino Livramento.

Manchester City's loyal servant, Kyle Walker, departed for Italy in pursuit of the next phase of his career, with his age on the wrong side of 30, leaving a void in the defense. While Rico Lewis has been starting at right-back, the 20-year-old has also been deployed in central midfield and on the left flank due to his versatility. Nunes has been repurposed to the right-back position, but he has struggled to effectively defend, which has made life difficult for the club in important matches.

What did Manchester City do in the January transfer window?

After a poor start to the English Premier League campaign and other competitions, Manchester City went all out in January to strengthen their squad and get things back on track. They bolstered the midfield to fill the void left by Rodri's absence and signed a central defender to cover for the injuries in defense. However, they allowed Kyle Walker to depart without securing a substantial backup for his position.

Who are Manchester City’s targets for the right-back spot? 

According to a standard sports outlet, Manchester City is looking to secure the services of Tino Livramento from Newcastle United or Andrea Cambiaso from Juventus. Pep Guardiola has requested one of the largest squads for his rebuild, aiming to help the side return to glory after being on the verge of a trophyless season. The report read:

Man City interested in Tino Livramento and Andrea Cambiaso for summer rebuild

Manchester City will target a right-back and central midfielder as part of their summer rebuilding priorities, with Pep Guardiola insisting he needs the largest squad during his time in English football for the club to compete again

Who is Tino Livramento? 

Tino Livramento is a Chelsea academy graduate who began his professional career at Southampton before securing a move to Newcastle United. The Magpies paid €37 million to sign the player from the Saints in the summer of 2023. Since then, he has played over 50 games for Newcastle in the Premier League. His current contract runs until 2028, which could make Manchester City's pursuit of him difficult.