Saturday's Manchester City transfer talk news roundup: Kai Havertz, Sandro Tonali, Nicolas de la Cruz

The transfer window may be closed, but rumours and speculation continue to swirl as Manchester City eye possible January reinforcements.

The champions have suffered injury problems in defence during the first half of the campaign and could look to strengthen in that area as they bid to win a third straight Premier League crown and challenge for the Champions League.

Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest news on possible comings and goings at the Etihad.

Saturday morning's headlines:

Manchester City lining up bid for River Plate midfielder Nicolas de la Cruz? Manchester City are reportedly preparing to launch a bid worth £21.3m for River Plate midfielder Nicolas de la Cruz. Read more.

Pep Guardiola 'eager to bring Sandro Tonali to Manchester City' Manchester City are interested in a deal for Brescia midfielder Sandro Tonali, according to a report. Read more.

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Kai Havertz 'excited by prospect of Manchester United move'

Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Kai Havertz is allegedly excited about the possibility of signing for Manchester United. Read more.