Manchester City have now submitted a huge offer for a "spectacular" star, as Pep Guardiola believes he could be the ideal addition to the forward line.
Man City eyeing new forward after victory at Nottingham Forest
Man City maintained the pressure on Arsenal at the top of the Premier League table with a 2-1 victory against Nottingham Forest on Saturday afternoon, and Rayan Cherki put in another impressive performance.
Indeed, the Frenchman assisted Tijjani Reijnders' opening goal, before going on to score the winner with just seven minutes left of normal time, and Guardiola singled out the 22-year-old for praise after the game.
Phil Foden has also been enjoying a solid campaign, registering seven goals and two assists in the Premier League, while the Blues have held advanced talks over a deal for AFC Bournemouth star Antoine Semenyo, whose £65m release clause expires on January 10th.
However, Man City have now submitted a huge bid for a different forward, according to a report from Spain, which states a €80m (£70m) offer has been tabled for Real Madrid star Rodrygo, as Pep believes the Brazilian would be the ideal addition to his attack.
The Spanish side have rejected the proposal, however, as it was structured as an initial €60m (£52m) payment, with €20m (£17m) in potential add-ons, and they are keen to receive £70m as a fixed sum.
Real Madrid star Rodrygo
City remain determined to get a move for the Madrid star over the line, but the La Liga side aren't in a rush to cash-in, so it could be tricky to get a deal done.
Rodrygo could be "spectacular" signing for Man City
Lauded as "spectacular" by former manager Carlo Ancelotti, it is no surprise Man City are so keen on the 24-year-old, who has been in impressive form recently, grabbing two assists in Madrid's 2-0 victory against Sevilla in La Liga last time out.
The Osasco-born winger also scored in his side's 2-1 loss against City in the Champions League earlier this season, and he has contributed a whopping 70 goals and 55 assists in 291 outings for the Spanish side.
Not only that, but the former Santos man is an extremely impressive dribbler of the ball, averaging 5.79 progressive carries per 90 over the past year, and 2.34 successful take-ons, which places him in the 94th and 91st percentiles, when compared to other attacking midfielders and wingers.
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Rodrygo clearly has the talent to succeed at the Etihad Stadium, but it would not be a major blow if City miss out, given that Cherki and Foden have been in such impressive form, while they are also advancing to sign Semenyo, who has scored nine Premier League goals this term.