The summer transfer window has now closed, with Manchester City having again focused on bolstering their defence first and foremost.
Nathan Ake and Ruben Dias arrived for a combined sum of more than £100m, while Ferran Torres was another notable signing. Attention will now switch to the January window as Pep Guardiola's side attempt to win back the Premier League title.
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest news on possible comings and goings at the Etihad.
Wednesday morning's Manchester City transfer talk news roundup:
Barcelona 'eye Paris Saint-Germain's Neymar as Lionel Messi replacement'
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Barcelona will reportedly look to bring Paris Saint-Germain attacker Neymar back to the club if Lionel Messi does indeed depart in the near future.
Neymar was tipped to complete a sensational switch back to Camp Nou over the summer, but with cash-strapped Barcelona heavily restricted with their spending, the Brazilian forward remained at the Parc des Princes.
PSG's sporting director Leonardo has since confirmed that talks are underway regarding a new contract for Neymar, who is currently tied down to the French champions until 2022.
However, according to Sport, PSG will still consider selling Neymar for the right price if they cannot agree a new deal with the 28-year-old, and the former Barcelona man is tempted to move back to Catalonia.
Should PSG and Neymar fail to come to an agreement over an extension, the report claims that the French giants will entertain offers of €100m (£89.8m) for the Brazil international, who has amassed 72 goals in 89 games for PSG since his record-breaking €222m (£199.2m) move to the French capital.
As for Messi, the Argentine's future reportedly hinges on Barca's new president and the plans going forward at Camp Nou, with talk of a transfer to Manchester City heating up once more.
Manchester City 'want to bring Sergio Ramos to Etihad Stadium'
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Manchester City are reportedly keen to sign Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos on a free transfer.
The 34-year-old's existing deal at the Bernabeu is due to expire next summer, and as it stands, he would be free to agree a pre-contract with a foreign club at the start of 2021.
Madrid will allegedly make a statement on the central defender's future on Monday, and it has been suggested that an extension for the Spain international will be announced.
However, the speculation surrounding Ramos's future has not stopped, with both Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain said to be keeping a close eye on developments.
According to Argentinean journalist Gustavo Yarroch, City have also identified the former Sevilla youngster as a potential signing and want to bring him to the Premier League on a free transfer.
Ramos, who missed two penalties in Spain's 1-1 draw with Switzerland in the UEFA Nations League on Saturday night, recently scored his 100th goal for Los Blancos.
More transfer news from Manchester City:
Jack Grealish 'becomes Manchester City's number one target'
Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish emerges as a leading transfer target for Manchester City, according to a report. Read more.
Lautaro Martinez, Erling Braut Haaland 'top Manchester City wish list'
Manchester City's two priority transfer targets for next summer are Inter Milan's Lautaro Martinez and Borussia Dortmund's Erling Braut Haaland, according to a report. Read more.
Manchester City 'putting together plan to sign Lionel Messi'
Manchester City are drafting a plan to sign Barcelona attacker Lionel Messi next summer, according to a report. Read more.
Barcelona 'considering Antonio Rudiger as Eric Garcia alternative'
Chelsea centre-back Antonio Rudiger emerges as a January transfer target for Barcelona, according to a report. Read more.
Barcelona, Manchester City 'locked in talks over Eric Garcia'
Barcelona are locked in discussions with Manchester City over teenage centre-back Eric Garcia, according to a report. Read more.
Barcelona 'will owe Lionel Messi £30m even if he leaves for free'
Barcelona will reportedly have to pay Lionel Messi a £30m loyalty bonus next summer even if he decides to leave the club. Read more.
Manchester City 'to make new move for Lionel Messi in January'
Manchester City are reportedly preparing a fresh move for Barcelona's Lionel Messi when the transfer window re-opens in January. Read more.
Barcelona presidential candidate: 'Keeping Lionel Messi is critical'
Barcelona presidential candidate Victor Font reiterates the importance of keeping Lionel Messi at Camp Nou, with the talismanic forward now in the final year of his deal. Read more.
Kevin De Bruyne confirms talks over new Manchester City deal
Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne reveals that he is in talks with the Citizens over extending his contract at the Etihad, which is due to run out in 2023. Read more.
