Manchester City are reportedly considering making a move for Nottingham Forest's Ola Aina as they look to replace their maligned captain.
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Kyle Walker struggling at Man CityMan City want to sign Ola AinaNumber of clubs interested in right-backFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?
Walker has underwhelmed for Manchester City this season as Pep Guardiola's side have looked a shadow of their former selves and have struggled to defend their Premier League title. City are reportedly unhappy with their captain's performances and are considering signing a new right-back either January or the summer transfer window.
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According to The Sun, Manchester City have earmarked Nottingham Forest's Aina as a potential long-term candidate to replace Walker but are aware that they will have tough competition from a number of Premier League clubs who are also looking to get the right-back on board.
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Aina has been one of the standouts for Nottingham Forest this season as the Tricky Trees sit fourth in the Premier League and are hoping to challenge for the Champions League playing spots.
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The England international has undoubtedly had a tough year with his personal life also making plenty of headlines. Walker is contracted to Manchester City until 2026 but his future at the club looks far from secure and it would be no surprise to see the Cityzens invest in a successor to the 34-year-old.