Manchester City Poised to Secure Transfer of English Superstar for Pep Guardiola's New Era

In 2016, the Catalan manager took charge at Eastlands and ushered in a new era of dominance for the Citizens. With a title win in almost every campaign, including a historic four consecutive titles and a coveted Treble in the season prior, Guardiola's success has been unparalleled. However, there are murmurs that Guardiola may step down at the end of the current season.

But former Crystal Palace forward Clinton Morrison has suggested that should Guardiola be given one particular England international, the player could thrive under his tutelage. 

The future of Eberechi Eze has been the subject of recent speculation, with both Manchester clubs linked with the Crystal Palace and England winger in recent weeks. A report earlier this week claimed that Eze will be Manchester United’s number one target next summer, when a reported £68million release clause will again come into play.

Palace were able to fend off any suitors during the summer transfer window after selling Michael Olise to Bayern Munich, but Eze’s growing band of admirers mean the Eagles may well have brace themselves for further interest in the 26-year-old.

VIDEO Why Lee Carsley Might Fix England

Premier League champions Manchester City were also linked with Eze during the transfer window, with Pep Guardiola said to be keen to add more quality and options on the flanks at the Etihad – and Morrison reckons the England star would be perfect at the Etihad Stadium.

Get FourFourTwo Newsletter

The best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week.

Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.

“I think Man City would be the perfect club for Eze, especially if Pep Guardiola stays,” Morrison told 10bet. “Like I said, I would love him to stay at Palace for life, but I think he has the potential to be a star player at a club like Manchester City. I think he has room to go to another level, and Pep Guardiola would take him to that next level.

“The goal he scored against Chelsea the other day, fantastic finish. He could go to any of the top four teams in my eyes. He could go and play for any of them, he's that much of a good player.”

Eze is worth €55m, according to Transfermarkt. His contract runs until 2027.

More Manchester City stories

Manchester City in discussions for £60m Arsenal academy star: report

How much?! Manchester City and Oasis tickets compared

Every Manchester City and Oasis easter egg from their recreation of iconic 'Definitely Maybe' cover