City make striker promise to Pep
Manchester City have promised Pep Guardiola the funding to sign a new striker if the club doesn't land Alexis Sanchez, reports the Manchester Evening News.
With City having chased the Arsenal star but seemingly come up short, the report suggests that Guardiola will turn his attention to Antoine Griezmann.
Despite being linked with Barcelona and Manchester United, the Atletico striker has long been admired by the City boss and would become a top prospect for the summer.
City pull out of Alexis deal
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Manchester City have pulled the plug on their pursuit of Alexis Sanchez, leaving rivals Manchester United with a clear run at tying up a shock deal for the Arsenal man in the coming days.
City made it clear on Friday that they would walk away from the deal if the total price of a January move did not suit them, and that is exactly what has happened.
Read Sam Lee's report right here on Goal!
Wenger expects Alexis resolution within 48 hours
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Arsene Wenger expects Alexis Sanchez's future to be resolved within the next 48 hours.
The Chile international is wanted by both Manchester City and Manchester United, but a bid has yet to be officially accepted by the Gunners.
Speaking after Arsenal lost 2-1 at Bournemouth on Sunday, Wenger said: "It will be decided in the next 48 hours. It was difficult for him because he was on standby a little bit."
De Bruyne drops future hint
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Kevin De Bruyne has hinted that he will be signing a new contract at Manchester City, stating that he has “no feeling to go anywhere else”.
The Belgium international remains locked in talks with the Premier League leaders, but could be close to putting pen to paper.
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