Manchester City‘s Nathan Aké is in his final weeks with the Premier League side.
The Netherlands international was a regular for Manchester City until the end of last season.
However, he has lost prominence at the Etihad this season and to put it in context, the centre-back made only four Premier League starts.
The former AFC Bournemouth man has played 1,455 minutes from 29 matches for the Citizens.
Manchester City beat Arsenal in the final to win the EFL Cup in March. After the Wembley, success, the defender hinted he could leave after this season.
When asked about his future after this season at that time, he said: “I have no idea, but winning the Carabao Cup would certainly be a nice ending.”
Last Friday, Sport Witness covered claims from Italy that his agent has offered him to Inter Milan, AC Milan and Juventus.
Manchester City exit on cards
Voetbal International pick up on that and state Nathan Aké is getting closer to leaving Manchester City.
Recent claims from the Dutch press mhave mentioned PSV Eindhoven as an option. However, VI state sources close to the player insist the Eredivisie side ‘stand no chance’.
That’s because the 31-year-old aims to continue in a top European league, and could be on his way to Serie A.
He’s attracting ‘concrete interest’ from both Juventus and AS Roma. AC Milan are also an option, after the San Siro club tried to sign him in January.
At that time, Pep Guardiola blocked his move, due to injuries to other players. However, the Manchester City manager won’t stop his exit after this season.
Juventus and Roma are options and have to secure European football for the defender to consider them. The Old Lady are fourth in the table, a point ahead of fifth placed Roma.
Our take: Summer exit beneficial for Manchester City
Nathan Aké’s contract expires in 2027 and his value, as per Transfermarkt, is €15m.
His exit will allow Manchester City to earn a fee and avoid losing him for nothing a year later. The Dutchman can enjoy regular minutes at another club, who will be securing an experienced defender.
In short, the transfer can end up benefited for all parties.