Manchester City step out of Maguire pursuit

After activating Rodri's buy-out clause in Atletico for £62.8m, which is the highest club-record fee, Pep Guardiola will not let the club spend higher for Harry Maguire and use his current squad in his plans for next season.

Pep Guardiola made a decision not to pursue Harry Maguire

Due to Leicester overpricing the former Hull centre-back, Pep Guardiola opted not to chase the defender, despite being homegrown. Leicester City values him at £85m. Manchester United will now be the sole admirer of the Englishman, however, are reluctant to spend £85m for an inexperienced defender.

Rodri is expected to compete with Fernandinho for the defensive midfield position, however, Fernandinho is also able to play as a center-back.

Fernandinho can also play as center-back

Fernandinho's ability to play as defensive midfielder, central midfielder and center-back makes him a valuable asset to the Blues, despite his age(34).

Lately the Blues is rumored chasing Bournemouth defender Nathan Ake, however, it is still disclosed whether Guardiola will be pleased with his current squad or start making plans to bring the £40m-rated Dutch into the Etihad. The Dutch qualified to be a homegrown player while at Chelsea. READ MORE