Potential replacement for Walker. Manchester City eyeing Tottenham's Pedro Porro
Amid increasing speculation about Kyle Walker’s potential departure from Manchester City, the club has turned its attention to finding a replacement, with Tottenham’s Pedro Porro emerging as a prime candidate.
Details: Walker is expected to consider a move as early as next summer. Although he has expressed a desire to stay at City, various factors - both personal and professional - may push him towards this decision. A lucrative offer from a Saudi Arabian club could further influence his plans.
Manchester City, seeking a new right-back, sees Porro as a fitting replacement. Former Spurs player Paul Robinson highlighted that Porro is likely on City’s radar and a strong contender for Walker’s position. However, Robinson also emphasized that Tottenham should resist this sale, especially considering their ambitions in the league.
Quote: “I wouldn’t want to look at this from Tottenham’s perspective.
He’s undoubtedly one of the players on Manchester City’s radar. Tottenham is fighting hard to keep him.
If they aim to compete for Champions League places, they need players like him and shouldn’t be selling to rivals,” Robinson shared during the *Inside Track* podcast on Football Insider radio.
“He’s definitely a player who could fit into Pep Guardiola’s system, as painful as it is for me to say that,” added the former Tottenham player.
Reminder: Pedro Porro joined Tottenham in 2022 from Sporting CP in a €40 million deal. Last season, he secured a starting position, playing 37 matches, scoring four goals, and providing seven assists. His contract with Tottenham extends until 2028, with his value estimated at €45 million, according to Transfermarkt.
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