Kalvin Phillips has now told Manchester City he wants to leave as talks with Newcastle begin – but there is a problem.
That is according to TEAMtalk.
So, what is the latest on Kalvin Phillips at Manchester City? Let’s take a look…
Kalvin Phillips problem arises
Well, it is said that the England international has asked to leave, and Pep Guardiola will not stand in his way.
However – despite negotiations starting with Newcastle over a loan deal – the Citizens and the Magpies are bickering over one detail.
The story from TEAMtalk states that Manchester City want Newcastle to agree to an obligation to buy Phillips at the end of the season, although Eddie Howe’s side would prefer a straight loan.
You can understand Newcastle’s stance, as the Manchester City No.4 has not played much football in recent times – making just two Premier League starts since his £45m move from Leeds United in July 2022.
Therefore, Howe clearly wants to have a proper look at Phillips before committing to any permanent deal – the Citizens are believed to want £40m for the Yorkshireman.
Juventus are also in the race to sign the 28-year-old.
A story from Calciomercato even claimed that Phillips had verbally agreed to join the Italian giants, although that has since gone quiet.
Manchester City should sanction straight loan to Newcastle
We can understand why Manchester City want an obligatory purchase option included.
However, that would come at a fixed price, potentially limiting the amount Manchester City could make in the summer if Phillips does well.
If the Leeds-born maestro gets back to his old level while on loan at Newcastle, there will presumably be more interest in his services come the summer, where a bidding war could then commence.
Be sure to keep an eye on this situation, as anything could happen in the saga involving Phillips.
