While the focus for many fans will be on finding a creative spark to potentially fill the void left by Kevin De Bruyne's contract expiry, adding dynamism and versatility to the central midfield is equally paramount.
Now, reports from The Telegraph's Mike McGrath suggest City have turned their attention to Italy, identifying AC Milan's Tijjani Reijnders as a 'serious summer target'.
The Dutch international is reportedly viewed within the club as a player who would significantly strengthen the midfield options. Meanwhile, AC Milan are seemingly bracing themselves for an approach, with the report indicating they value Reijnders considerably higher than the £55 million Newcastle United paid for Sandro Tonali.