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Nathan Aké Transfer from Manchester City to FC Barcelona
According to The Athletic, Flick's ideal target was Nathan Aké of Manchester City because Barcelona has a shortage of centre-backs and not full-backs.
According to The Athletic, Flick's ideal target was Nathan Aké of Manchester City because Barcelona has a shortage of centre-backs and not full-backs.
According to SPORT, FC Barcelona wanted to loan Nathan Aké this winter as an emergency solution. A loan arrangement was considered possible due to his lack of playing time at Manchester City, but Pep Guardiola was only willing to sell for a minimum of 25 million euros. FC Barcelona is unable to pay that amount due to financial limitations. The situation changed entirely after Josko Gvardiol and Rúben Dias were injured, making Nathan Aké indispensable for Manchester City. Consequently, Nathan Aké is no longer permitted to leave.
According to SPORT, FC Barcelona wanted to loan Nathan Aké this winter as an emergency solution. A loan arrangement was considered possible due to his lack of playing time at Manchester City, but Pep Guardiola was only willing to sell for a minimum of 25 million euros. FC Barcelona is unable to pay that amount due to financial limitations. The situation changed entirely after Josko Gvardiol and Rúben Dias were injured, making Nathan Aké indispensable for Manchester City. Consequently, Nathan Aké is no longer permitted to leave.
According to El Chiringuito, unsettled Man City defender Nathan Ake is Barcelona’s primary target for the January window.
According to El Chiringuito, unsettled Man City defender Nathan Ake is Barcelona’s primary target for the January window.
Nathan Ake has admitted that Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman told him that he must play more to be selected for the international squad for the 2026 World Cup. Ake, who has made just two starts in the Premier League this season, has hinted at leaving the club in January amid reported interest from Barcelona.
Nathan Ake has admitted that Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman told him that he must play more to be selected for the international squad for the 2026 World Cup. Ake, who has made just two starts in the Premier League this season, has hinted at leaving the club in January amid reported interest from Barcelona.
A report from Mundo Deportivo covers a potential loan move for Manchester City's Nathan Aké to Barcelona. The report states that the Dutch central defender has lost his starting place in Guardiola's team and that Barça would be willing to pursue a loan until June 30, with a decision to be made after the Supercopa. Separately, Barcelona's staff knows a reliable left-footed central defender is needed until the end of the season, and Nathan Aké appears to be willing to join.
A report from Mundo Deportivo covers a potential loan move for Manchester City's Nathan Aké to Barcelona. The report states that the Dutch central defender has lost his starting place in Guardiola's team and that Barça would be willing to pursue a loan until June 30, with a decision to be made after the Supercopa. Separately, Barcelona's staff knows a reliable left-footed central defender is needed until the end of the season, and Nathan Aké appears to be willing to join.
Barcelona has decided against a move for Nathan Aké based on the set terms.
Barcelona has decided against a move for Nathan Aké based on the set terms.
The transfer of Nathan Aké is considered too complicated for FC Barcelona, according to Mundo Deportivo. Manchester City's preference is for a permanent transfer of the player valued at 20 million euros. Nathan Aké's high salary also makes the transaction extremely complex, even for a loan deal.
The transfer of Nathan Aké is considered too complicated for FC Barcelona, according to Mundo Deportivo. Manchester City's preference is for a permanent transfer of the player valued at 20 million euros. Nathan Aké's high salary also makes the transaction extremely complex, even for a loan deal.
Nathan Aké has featured less this season under Pep Guardiola and would be open to a departure that would allow him to play more regularly ahead of the next World Cup. According to MD, Manchester City prefers to consider offers for a transfer rather than a loan. Sources close to the Dutch centre-back, who were consulted by the newspaper, place his price in a range between 15 and 20 million euros.
Nathan Aké has featured less this season under Pep Guardiola and would be open to a departure that would allow him to play more regularly ahead of the next World Cup. According to MD, Manchester City prefers to consider offers for a transfer rather than a loan. Sources close to the Dutch centre-back, who were consulted by the newspaper, place his price in a range between 15 and 20 million euros.
Diario Sport reports that Manchester City defender Nathan Aké has been offered to FC Barcelona and that he would like to move this winter. It is reported that Aké wants a transfer, specifically for the chance to play for Barça. Barcelona prefers a loan, but Manchester City, with whom Aké has a contract until mid-2027, is only interested in a sale if an offer is greater than 25 million euros. Barcelona does not appear willing to meet this price, in contrast to some unnamed English clubs.
Diario Sport reports that Manchester City defender Nathan Aké has been offered to FC Barcelona and that he would like to move this winter. It is reported that Aké wants a transfer, specifically for the chance to play for Barça. Barcelona prefers a loan, but Manchester City, with whom Aké has a contract until mid-2027, is only interested in a sale if an offer is greater than 25 million euros. Barcelona does not appear willing to meet this price, in contrast to some unnamed English clubs.
According to CaughtOffside, it has been suggested that Barcelona could disrupt West Ham’s approach for Man City defender Nathan Aké. The report also notes that Bournemouth, Crystal Palace, and Fulham have an interest in the squad player, who could cost up to €35 million (£30.5 million, $41.2 million).
According to CaughtOffside, it has been suggested that Barcelona could disrupt West Ham’s approach for Man City defender Nathan Aké. The report also notes that Bournemouth, Crystal Palace, and Fulham have an interest in the squad player, who could cost up to €35 million (£30.5 million, $41.2 million).
Barcelona are preparing a January move for Nathan Ake from Manchester City. Barcelona are interested in the player and are considering a loan, which is their priority. A loan with a purchase option is the most realistic route for Barcelona due to their limited room under Financial Fair Play. Barcelona’s loan approach will compete with permanent offers from England, and the outcome will depend on the player’s preference and Manchester City’s plans at centre-back.
Barcelona are preparing a January move for Nathan Ake from Manchester City. Barcelona are interested in the player and are considering a loan, which is their priority. A loan with a purchase option is the most realistic route for Barcelona due to their limited room under Financial Fair Play. Barcelona’s loan approach will compete with permanent offers from England, and the outcome will depend on the player’s preference and Manchester City’s plans at centre-back.
Sport reports that Nathan Aké is a subject of growing interest for FC Barcelona, as the club wants to sign a new central defender following the long-term injury of Andreas Christensen. Nathan Aké was reportedly offered to Barcelona along with Axel Disasi from FC Chelsea.
Sport reports that Nathan Aké is a subject of growing interest for FC Barcelona, as the club wants to sign a new central defender following the long-term injury of Andreas Christensen. Nathan Aké was reportedly offered to Barcelona along with Axel Disasi from FC Chelsea.
According to journalist Ekrem Konur, FC Barcelona is seriously considering the option of signing Nathan Aké, either as a loan or a loan with an option to buy at the end of the season. Aké is a versatile defender who can play as a left-sided centre-back or at left-back. He is not getting all the playing time he desires under Pep Guardiola this season and could consider leaving Manchester City in the January transfer window to seek more minutes, also with consideration for the World Cup next summer.
According to journalist Ekrem Konur, FC Barcelona is seriously considering the option of signing Nathan Aké, either as a loan or a loan with an option to buy at the end of the season. Aké is a versatile defender who can play as a left-sided centre-back or at left-back. He is not getting all the playing time he desires under Pep Guardiola this season and could consider leaving Manchester City in the January transfer window to seek more minutes, also with consideration for the World Cup next summer.
According to the Spanish newspaper SPORT, Nathan Aké has been offered to FC Barcelona by his agent. Barcelona is considering entering the transfer market after an injury to Andreas Christensen and is reportedly impressed by Aké's versatility. SPORT reports that Aké is open to a move to get more playing time and to remain in the spotlight for the Dutch national team coach Ronald Koeman. According to SPORT, Manchester City would prefer to sell him, while Barcelona wants to loan him.
According to the Spanish newspaper SPORT, Nathan Aké has been offered to FC Barcelona by his agent. Barcelona is considering entering the transfer market after an injury to Andreas Christensen and is reportedly impressed by Aké's versatility. SPORT reports that Aké is open to a move to get more playing time and to remain in the spotlight for the Dutch national team coach Ronald Koeman. According to SPORT, Manchester City would prefer to sell him, while Barcelona wants to loan him.
Nathan Aké has reportedly been offered to FC Barcelona by his agent. Barcelona is considering a move for a central defender after an injury to Andreas Christensen, while Aké is open to leaving Manchester City for more playing time. A transfer currently seems unlikely because Manchester City prefers a sale, whereas Barcelona is looking for a loan.
Nathan Aké has reportedly been offered to FC Barcelona by his agent. Barcelona is considering a move for a central defender after an injury to Andreas Christensen, while Aké is open to leaving Manchester City for more playing time. A transfer currently seems unlikely because Manchester City prefers a sale, whereas Barcelona is looking for a loan.
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