Manchester City targets specific winger profile for summer transfer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 1:15 PM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
Manchester City is actively pursuing a new winger this summer as part of their squad rebuilding efforts. Sporting director Hugo Viana seeks a player capable of dribbling and chance creation, aligning with incoming manager Enzo Maresca's system. This search occurs following the substantial £116 million signing of Elliot Anderson, with questions surrounding the future of current wide players. While no specific targets have emerged, the focus appears on a direct attacking profile that can enhance City's offensive capabilities. The ongoing recruitment strategy is marked by a systematic approach rather than reactive measures.
- •Hugo Viana oversees Manchester City's winger recruitment this summer.
- •City's search emphasizes dribbling and chance creation abilities.
- •Elliot Anderson joined City for £116 million earlier this summer.
- •Uncertainty looms over the futures of current wide players.
- •No specific winger targets have been identified yet.
- 1:15 PMYahoo Sports — Hugo Viana’s preferred profile of Manchester City’s target winger revealed
"Man City are targeting a new winger with very specific attributes this summerSporting director Hugo Viana wants a player who can dribble and create chancesThe development comes amid an already active ...
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