Man City prepare blockbuster move for Serie A star

Manchester City have identified Atalanta midfielder Ederson as their top target for the January window despite Newcastle's Bruno Guimaraes being Pep Guardiola's ideal signing, TEAMtalk can exclusively reveal.

Rodri, 28, is one of Guardiola's most important players but he has suffered a serious knee injury and will be unavailable until at least the start of next season.

As we have consistently reported, Man City are keen to bring in a new midfielder to cover for Rodri's absence and Ederson is one who has been heavily linked with a switch to the Etihad.

Sources have revealed to TEAMtalk that in recent days, Man City have intensified talks with Ederson's agents to gauge whether a January transfer is feasible.

We understand the Brazilian international is excited about the prospect of signing for one of the strongest teams in the world and working under Guardiola.

However, Atalanta don't want to lose Ederson and have slapped a price tag of €60million (£49.6m /  $62.9m) on his head.

Guardiola knows he needs to sign a new midfielder next month if Man City are to compete for trophies this season. Sources have revealed that there are three other targets on the club's shortlist, should they miss out on Ederson.