Manchester City are keen to land Newcastle United star Valentino Livramento in the summer transfer window.

Manchester City have reignited their pursuit of Tino Livramento, stepping up their interest with a renewed offer to Newcastle United. The Premier League champions have identified the 22-year-old as a long-term successor to Kyle Walker, and according to Sebastian Vidal via X are ready to exceed the £50 million mark to get a deal over the line.

City first contacted Newcastle in June about Livramento’s availability, but their latest move indicates they are now serious about adding the former Southampton full-back to Pep Guardiola’s defensive arsenal. With Walker in the twilight of his career, Guardiola is keen to integrate a younger profile capable of playing at the elite level for years to come, and Livramento fits the mould.

A summer of frustration for the Magpies

For Newcastle United, the Livramento saga adds to an increasingly difficult summer. While the Magpies continue to fend off interest in key assets, there’s growing concern about their ability to retain top talent amid rising interest from Europe’s biggest clubs.

Not only has Alexander Isak reportedly signaled a desire to move on, but other setbacks, like missing out on Hugo Ekitike to Liverpool and James Trafford to Manchester City, have compounded their frustrations. Livramento, who made a strong impression last season, has now become the latest target in what could turn into a defensive reshuffle.

Newcastle, however, are determined to keep the England youth international. They’ve already opened talks with his representatives over an improved contract, despite his current deal running until 2028. The club believes Livramento is integral to their long-term project and will only consider selling for a fee they believe truly reflects his potential.

Newcastle’s resolve will be tested

City’s pursuit of Livramento is both logical and strategic. The young full-back possesses pace, composure, and tactical flexibility, qualities Guardiola demands. At over £50 million, it’s a statement of intent and a recognition of Livramento’s ceiling.

But for Newcastle, this is a critical moment. Losing Livramento would signal yet another blow to a club already on shaky footing this summer. If they are serious about challenging the league’s elite, they cannot afford to become a selling club, especially to direct rivals like Manchester City.

Whether the Magpies stand firm or buckle under financial pressure will tell us a lot about their ambitions this season.