Guardiola Eyes Youthful Reinforcements
Manchester City is looking to sign Italy international Andrea Cambiaso from Juventus as part of Pep Guardiola’s defensive rebuild. Cambiaso, a 24-year-old left-back with 13 caps for Italy, has emerged as a key target for the Premier League champions.

A Trio of Defensive Signings on the Horizon
City has already made significant moves to strengthen their backline:

• Vitor Reis: An 18-year-old Brazilian centre-back from Palmeiras, for whom a fee has already been agreed.
• Abdukodir Khusanov: A promising 20-year-old Uzbekistan international, with a £33 million deal reportedly close.

Adding Cambiaso to the mix would bolster City’s defensive options, especially on the left side.

The Current State of City’s Defence
Guardiola has relied heavily on Josko Gvardiol as his first-choice left-back, despite the £77 million Croatian being naturally a central defender. Cambiaso’s arrival could offer more balance and flexibility, enabling Guardiola to optimize his tactical setups.

Cambiaso’s Profile
Cambiaso joined Juventus from Genoa in 2022 and has since become a regular for both club and country. His versatility and experience make him an attractive option for City as they aim to maintain their dominance in England and Europe.

The potential addition of Cambiaso aligns with Guardiola’s vision of building a younger, more dynamic squad capable of sustaining success in the coming years.