{"id":48498,"date":"2026-06-10T07:08:32","date_gmt":"2026-06-10T11:08:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/06\/10\/man-citys-search-for-right-back-could-lead-to-spaniards-move-to-premier-league-rivals\/"},"modified":"2026-06-10T07:08:32","modified_gmt":"2026-06-10T11:08:32","slug":"man-citys-search-for-right-back-could-lead-to-spaniards-move-to-premier-league-rivals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/06\/10\/man-citys-search-for-right-back-could-lead-to-spaniards-move-to-premier-league-rivals\/","title":{"rendered":"Man City&#8217;s search for right-back could lead to Spaniard&#8217;s move to Premier League rivals"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/06\/10\/man-citys-search-for-right-back-could-lead-to-spaniards-move-to-premier-league-rivals\/#Tottenham_defender_fits_the_modern_profile\" >Tottenham defender fits the modern profile<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/06\/10\/man-citys-search-for-right-back-could-lead-to-spaniards-move-to-premier-league-rivals\/#Man_City_are_also_looking_to_add_to_their_midfield_and_attacking_positions\" >Man City are also looking to add to their midfield and attacking positions.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div id=\"article-body\">\n<!-- Article Start --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Manchester City continue their extensive rebuilding plans in the summer, with right-back, central midfield and winger thought to be the three priority positions.<br \/><\/strong><br \/>Tottenham defender Pedro Polo is one of the right-backs City are eyeing as they assess their options for the new season, according to The Athletic.<\/p>\n<div aria-setsize=\"-1\" aria-labelledby=\"primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-sender primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-message_text primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-alt_text primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-date_time primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-reaction_count primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-reply_count primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-link_count primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-attachment_count primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-has_draft_reply primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-pinned_state primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-edited_state primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-later_state primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-broadcast_state primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-broadcast_thread_root_message primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-translated_state\" id=\"message-list_1779082922.637049\" style=\"clear:left;\">\n<div>\n<div aria-roledescription=\"message\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div><b>Download the official CaughtOffSide app to get all the latest news and updates straight to your phone. above <\/b><b><u><span draggable=\"true\">apple<\/span><\/u><\/b><b>    &#038; <\/b><b><u><span draggable=\"true\">Google play<\/span><\/u><\/b><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>That interest makes sense. City are entering a new phase following the departure of manager Josep Guardiola and the team needs new energy in key areas.<\/p>\n<p>A right-back who can offer attacking quality, technical security and Premier League experience would be a natural target.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tottenham_defender_fits_the_modern_profile\"><\/span>Tottenham defender fits the modern profile<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Polo has developed into one of Tottenham&#8217;s most important players since joining from Sporting CP.<\/p>\n<p>He&#8217;s more than just a defensive full-back. He offers width, cross quality, set-piece threat and ball progression from deep areas.<\/p>\n<p>Such a profile could come in handy if City want to further develop their attacking power down the right.<\/p>\n<p>His numbers for the 2025\/26 season show why clubs should pay attention. ESPN reports that he has started 26 games in the Premier League, providing two assists and taking a total of 52 shots, but Transfermarkt has confirmed that his contract with Tottenham runs until 2028.<\/p>\n<p>This long-term deal means Spurs are under no pressure to sell cheap.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Man_City_are_also_looking_to_add_to_their_midfield_and_attacking_positions\"><\/span>Man City are also looking to add to their midfield and attacking positions.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The city&#8217;s broader plans are equally important. The Premier League giants are preparing to make a second bid for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliott Anderson, but are also expected to sign a winger.<\/p>\n<p>Depending on his departure, other positions such as goalkeeper or left-back may be prioritized.<\/p>\n<p>This shows that Citi is not just making small changes. They are trying to reorganize their team with an eye on the next era.<\/p>\n<p>Polo would be a strong signing for City, but Tottenham will make this very difficult.<\/p>\n<p>Spurs don&#8217;t have to sell, and inter-Premier League deals are usually expensive.<\/p>\n<p>The city needs to continue to monitor the situation, but be careful not to overpay.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Man United and Man City compete for midfield player in \u00a380m statement<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><!-- Article End -->\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Manchester City continue their extensive rebuilding plans in the summer, with right-back, central midfield and winger thought to be the three priority positions.Tottenham defender Pedro Polo is one of the right-backs City are eyeing as they assess their options for the new season, according to The Athletic. 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