Manchester Metropolis are turning to Nico Gonzalez in an effort to handle their susceptible, Rodri-less midfield.
The underperforming Premier League champions triggered the €60-million launch clause within the uncapped Spaniard’s FC Porto contract on deadline day, based on switch insider Fabrizio Romano.
Gonzalez is reportedly touring for his medical with Metropolis.
Manchester Metropolis had been contemplating a transfer for Juventus’ Douglas Luiz, reviews The Athletic’s David Ornstein. Luiz was beforehand on the membership’s books however by no means made an look for Pep Guardiola’s outfit. Nevertheless, Gonzalez was quickly recognized as the highest goal.
Like Luiz, Gonzalez can function as each a No. 6 and No. 8 in midfield. The Barcelona academy product has contributed six objectives and 5 assists in all competitions for Porto this season and is an elusive dribbler. His bodily presence – he stands at over 6-foot-2 and does not shrink back from an aerial duel – and ball retention are more likely to supply instant aid to Guardiola’s ailing midfield.
