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Chelsea Have ‘Dropped’ £70M Asking Price As Man City Weigh Up January Swoop

Man City are tempted to make another move for Chelsea fullback Malo Gusto when the January transfer window opens, according to reports. Enzo Maresca’s side decided against signing the France international last summer after being put off by the player’s…

By David Tully · Man City News

Published: Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 12:00 AM

Key Things to Know

Chelsea have reportedly lowered their £70m valuation of Malo Gusto ahead of the January transfer window.
Manchester City are weighing a permanent transfer swoop for the 23-year-old French right-back.
Enzo Maresca previously worked with Gusto at Chelsea and currently lacks senior right-back depth.

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Manchester City are reportedly considering a January move for Chelsea right-back Malo Gusto after previously baulking at a £70m valuation. According to TEAMtalk, Chelsea have now dropped their asking price for the 23-year-old French defender, potentially clearing the path for a permanent transfer.

Manager Enzo Maresca is seeking a natural right-back to complement Rico Lewis following Kyle Walker's departure. However, City are also monitoring alternative targets, including Brentford's Michael Kayode and Barcelona's Jules Kounde, while awaiting the verdict of their Premier League financial appeal.

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