Manchester City have identified Valencia star Pepelu as a potential replacement for the injured Rodri in the January transfer window.
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- Pepelu wanted by Premier League champions
- Rodri out for remainder of season
- Could cost up to €100m (£83m/$105m)
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WHAT HAPPENED?
Per FootballTransfers, City are interested in signing Pepelu in January as they seek a replacement for the injured Rodri. He is a key player for Valencia, making 52 appearances since arriving in 2023, and City's scouts have conducted extensive checks on his ability.
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THE BIGGER PICTURE
Pepelu is viewed as a cost-effective option, even though he has a release clause worth €100m in his contract. Valencia paid just €5m (£4m/$5m) to sign him from Levante last summer. He has a contract until 2028, but City are a club that could comfortably afford that figure.
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DID YOU KNOW?
Pepelu has captained Valencia repeatedly this season and is a former Spain youth international. He has been called up by the national team but has yet to win a senior cap.
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WHAT NEXT?
City will continue to keep a close eye on Pepelu's form. He is next in action against Rayo Vallecano this weekend.
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