The Citizens have already improved their defence ahead of the 2020-21 term with the signing of Nathan Ake but continue to be linked with Kalidou.
The Red Devils have been following him for a long time and in the current climate, the club may have a better chance to bring in their perfect partner for Harry Maguire at the back.
According to a report by The Athletic, Napoli chairman Aurelio de Laurentiis is ‘playing hardball’ when it comes to the Senegal international, who has also previously been mentioned with Chelsea.
However, the report claims that Pep Guardiola’s side ‘are confident’ that they will find a total agreement with the Italian outfit for the transfer of the powerful centre-half.
The 29-year-old has a contract in Naples until the summer of 2023 and various publications in Italy have suggested that his Serie A side value him in the region of £90 million.
Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis was asked again about Kalidou’s future on Tuesday and instead directed the question towards a few of the only clubs he believes can afford the Senegal star.
“You should ask Manchester United, City or PSG this question,” Aurelio said. “In other words, those who can afford to pay certain amounts.”
Referring to Kalidou and in-demand midfielder Allan, he sent out a warning to sides he called “buzzards”, who are looking to I Partenopei for a bargain.
“I see many buzzards on the transfers market,” he continued. “You know who they are, they seem to be waiting to swoop in, but we have impenetrable armour and they won’t get what they want or at the prices they want.”
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