Manchester City Reopen Tino Livramento Talks, Name Two Alternatives in Right-Back Search

Manchester City have revived discussions over the potential signing of Newcastle United’s Tino Livramento, according to new reports, as the Premier League champions continue their summer efforts to recruit a new right-back.

Having already completed signings including Rayan Ait-Nouri, Marcus Bettinelli, Tijjani Reijnders, Sverre Nypan and Rayan Cherki, City are now prioritising defensive reinforcements following the departure of Kyle Walker. The 35-year-old joined Burnley after a failed permanent transfer to AC Milan.

According to Graeme Bailey (TBR Football), Manchester City have renewed their approach for Livramento and are reportedly prepared to pay over £50 million. However, Newcastle remain intent on keeping the England youth international, who still has three years left on his contract.

In the event that a move for Livramento fails, Manchester City are also monitoring Juventus duo Andrea Cambiaso and Nicolo Savona as alternative targets. Inter Milan’s Denzel Dumfries had previously been offered, but City declined to activate his £20 million release clause before its expiry in July.

The situation remains fluid, with City’s recruitment team weighing up multiple options before the transfer window closes on September 1. Guardiola previously relied on Rico Lewis, Matheus Nunes and Abdukodir Khusanov to fill the right-back role following Walker’s mid-season exit.

FAQ

• Who is Manchester City’s top target at right-back? Tino Livramento of Newcastle United.
• Are there alternatives? Yes, Andrea Cambiaso and Nicolo Savona from Juventus.
• What is Newcastle’s stance? They want to keep Livramento and are offering a wage increase.
• Why does City need a right-back? Kyle Walker’s exit created a void; no permanent replacement has yet been signed.

Conclusion

Manchester City’s pursuit of a right-back continues to evolve, with Tino Livramento remaining the preferred option. However, with Newcastle resisting a sale, City could be forced to pivot to alternatives before the window closes.