Manchester City defender Manuel Akanji has been linked with a move away from the club this summer, with Galatasaray interested in securing his services.

According to an update by reputed Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, Galatasaray are keen on signing Manuel Akanji this summer, and they have already established contact for him. The Turkish outfit have been in contact with the player’s agents as well.

Manchester City paid around £15 million to sign the Swiss international, and he has been quite useful for them. It will be interesting to see if they are willing to sell him this summer. The Turkish outfit will be hoping to sign the player on a bargain.

Galatasaray need to improve defensively, and the Swiss international would be an excellent acquisition. He has proven himself in Germany and England. There is no doubt that the 30-year-old has the qualities to thrive in Turkiye as well. The defender is very much at the peak of his powers, and it will be interesting to see if he is willing to move to Turkish football.

Galatasaray could be an interesting opportunity for him. Akanji is unlikely to be a regular starter for Manchester City, and he needs to play regularly at this stage of his career. The Turkish outfit will be able to provide him with that platform. Manchester City are unlikely to stand in his way if a suitable offer comes in. They have enough depth in the defensive unit.

Akanji would be a useful signing

Akanji is versatile enough to operate as a central defender as well as a full-back. He could be an asset for Galatasaray if they manage to get the deal done. Meanwhile, Manchester City have been a happy hunting ground for Galatasaray this summer, with Ederson Moraes also a target.

Manchester City could use the proceeds from his departure to sign a quality player this summer. They are looking to put together a formidable squad capable of winning the Premier League title. The Citizens had a disappointing 2024/25 campaig, and they are determined to bounce back.

Pep Guardiola will be hoping his team can win major trophies this season, and they could use more quality on the side. It would be ideal for them to get rid of their fringe players and raise some funds.