"Manchester City view Aleksandar Pavlovic, the Bayern Munich midfielder, as a potential successor to Rodri. Despite being under contract at the Allianz Arena until 2029, Pavlovic has been identified by Pep Guardiola and his coaching staff as someone with not only the pedigree but also the personality to eventually replace the Ballon d'or winner in their engine room. Rodri, who was named the best player in the world in 2024, is being eased back into action by Guardiola"
"Liverpool could reportedly move for Bayern Munich defender Dayot Upamecano next summer on a free transfer. The Reds are heavily reliant on Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate, their first-choice defenders, and they lack proper depth in defence. Joe Gomez has struggled with his fitness in recent years, while Giovanni Leoni is seen as a player for the future. Extending the contract of Upamecano is not a certainty for Bayern Munich. There is still plenty of time for the two sides to reach an agreement,"
Manchester City identify Aleksandar Pavlović as a potential long-term successor to Rodri despite Pavlović being contracted to Bayern Munich until 2029. Guardiola and his coaching staff value Pavlović's pedigree and personality as suitable to replace the Ballon d'Or winner in City's midfield. Rodri, named best player in 2024, is being eased back after a lengthy injury lay-off that coincided with a poor run of results, prompting an accelerated search for a replacement. Liverpool could target Bayern centre-back Dayot Upamecano on a free transfer as defensive depth remains a concern, and Bayern have not guaranteed an extension.
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