In a stunning development, Pep Guardiola has reportedly set his sights on bringing former Liverpool defender Sepp van den Berg and Bayer Leverkusen's standout Jeremie Frimpong to Manchester City. This move comes in light of speculation regarding Guardiola's future, with his contract set to expire at the end of the season. If these reports prove true, it indicates his commitment to building a competitive squad for the next term.

Guardiola first noticed Van den Berg’s potential in a 2021 pre-season friendly, where the Dutchman, then on loan at Preston North End, showcased his skills against City while playing as a right-back. His commanding performance left a lasting impression on Guardiola, leading him to track Van den Berg ever since.

Despite Manchester City expressing interest during the recent summer transfer window, a deal was deemed improbable while the 22-year-old was under contract with Liverpool. Ultimately, Van den Berg made a £25 million move to Brentford, where he is expected to complete the season before any potential next steps. However, with his departure from Liverpool, an opportunity for Guardiola to secure his former target may now arise.

On the other hand, Guardiola is keen on Frimpong, who has impressed immensely in the Bundesliga. Having developed his skills at Manchester City before moving to Celtic in 2019, the 23-year-old has had a standout season with Bayer Leverkusen. He notched an incredible 14 goals and 12 assists during the 2023-24 campaign, helping his team clinch a league and cup double and reach the final of the Europa League. This season, Frimpong continues to shine with a goal and six assists in just 16 appearances.

As City looks to bolster its squad, Frimpong is seen as the ideal successor to the aging Kyle Walker, who is now 34 years old. However, the road to his recruitment won’t be easy; Liverpool is reportedly eyeing Frimpong as a potential replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold, should the star player leave for Real Madrid, a transfer that could significantly influence Frimpong's next career move.

Adding to the intrigue surrounding Manchester City’s transfer plans, there are rumblings about Tottenham Hotspur's renewed interest in Jack Grealish. The North London club had previously made attempts to sign him when he was still at Aston Villa in 2019. With uncertainty over Grealish's future at City, Spurs may see this as a pivotal opportunity to finally land the winger.

Moreover, the Citizens will need to consider their goalkeeping situation if Ederson decides to depart for the Saudi Pro League this summer. Reports suggest that AC Milan’s Mike Maignan is being targeted as a top-class replacement should Ederson leave.

As Manchester City gears up for significant changes, fans eagerly await how these potential transfers will unfold and what they mean for the upcoming season. Stay tuned for more updates on these thrilling developments!