Manchester City Plan Shock Move For Yaya Toure’s Replacement

 

Manchester City are reportedly planning an audacious move for Atletico Madrid star Koke, according to reports in Spain. Pep Guardiola has shown interest in the Atleti playmaker has he looks to find a replacement for the aging Yaya Toure. The Spain International has always been a key figure for Diego Simeone’s side and could be difficult to lure him away from the La Liga.

The 24-year-old has been a major transfer target for Manchester United and has a mouth watering €130m release clause in his deal at the Vicente Calderón. Reports in Marca have it that Guardiola is considering a move for the Spaniard but is not willing to match his release clause and hopes Atleti will be ready to negotiate a deal.