Manchester City have been mentioned in connection with Maximiliano Araújo's situation, while Sporting CP are not desperate to sell. Araújo's contract is valid until 2029 and contains a £70 million release clause. According to reports, Sporting could be open to discussions for a lower offer, potentially in the €50 million to €60 million range, although the club is under no significant pressure to sell due to his long-term contract.

Reports via SportWitness state that Manchester City are also monitoring Maximiliano Araujo's situation. However, they have sufficient depth at left back, and it would be surprising if the defender wanted to join them.

Manchester City hold an advantage over rivals Manchester United in the pursuit of Sporting CP's Maxi Araujo. Eduardo Espinel, who played a role in Araujo's development, has backed him to reach huge heights and mentioned City as a potential destination.