Manchester City in negotiating With FC Basel Over Metinho Transfer Fee

Manchester City and FC Basel are currently negotiating a permanent deal for midfielder Metinho, who spent the second half of last season on loan with the Swiss club. However, the two parties remain at odds over the transfer fee.

According to Basel sporting director Daniel Stucki, discussions with City Football Group (CFG) have reached an impasse. Speaking to Swiss outlet Blick, Stucki stated: “We are arguing with Manchester City about the transfer fee. They are demanding something we don’t want to pay.”

Metinho, 22, joined the City Football Group via French side Troyes but has yet to make an impact at Manchester City. He is believed to be keen on making the move to Basel permanent after a productive loan spell in Switzerland.

Meanwhile, City’s midfield is undergoing considerable changes. Kevin De Bruyne has departed for Napoli, and Hugo Viana — the club’s new director of football — has overseen the arrivals of Tijjani Reijnders and Rayan Cherki as part of the club’s rebuild following a disappointing 2024/25 campaign.

The club is also working on a new right-back signing, with Valentino Livramento of Newcastle United among their top targets.

 Summary:

• Metinho wants to stay at Basel, but talks with Manchester City are stalling over valuation.
• Midfield exits and additions continue at City under Hugo Viana’s leadership.
• Further transfer activity expected as City look to rebound from last season’s third-place finish.

 FAQ

• What is Metinho’s background?
  Brazilian-Congolese midfielder, 22, signed by CFG for Troyes, loaned to Basel.
• What are the clubs negotiating?
  The final transfer fee for a permanent deal to FC Basel.
• Will Metinho return to City?
  Unlikely — he prefers to stay in Switzerland, but agreement must be reached.

 Conclusion

Negotiations remain ongoing, and the outcome could set the tone for more CFG-linked exits as Manchester City continue to restructure ahead of the 2025/26 season.