According to a report by Football Transfer on Tuesday October 27, 2026, according to reports, Manchester City are thinking about signing Malo Gusto, a defender for Chelsea, in January, if the Blues lower their €90 million asking price for the French international.

During the summer transfer window, City considered signing Gusto from Chelsea. However, they were unable to reach an agreement because City refused to meet Chelsea's valuation.

Man City reportedly still wants to add a right back after missing out on their top defensive target during the summer transfer window, according to TEAMtalk.

City will either pursue the deal or let financial uncertainty derail their plans when the January transfer window opens, depending on Chelsea's willingness to reduce their financial demands.

While they wait for the Premier League to rule on their appeal of 114 financial breaches, Manchester City may be unable to afford to complete high-priced transfers.

Even though Gusto was pivotal during Enzo Maresca's tenure as Chelsea manager, things have taken a dramatic turn for the worse since Xabi Alonso arrived at the helm.

As competition for spots heats up, the 23-year-old defender has been infrequently used, seeing just two minutes of action in Chelsea's last four Premier League matches.

As a result of Marco Palestra's return to fitness and Josh Acheampong's rise through the ranks to challenge Gusto for the starting right back position, Pedro Neto has seen plenty of playing time in the wing-back position.

According to reports, the Frenchman is still satisfied at Chelsea. However, if he continues to receive insufficient playing time, he may start to consider opportunities elsewhere.

Another potential destination for Gusto in 2027, should Chelsea decide to negotiate his departure, is Paris Saint-Germain, who could challenge Manchester City for his signature.

Reportedly, Chelsea thought about selling Gusto last summer, and another transfer might be possible in the next windows if a financially appealing offer comes in.

After their loan periods end in 2027, Benoit Badiashile, Alejandro Garnacho, Robert Sanchez, Axl Disasi, Mykhailo Mudryk, and Filip Jorgensen are among the players who could permanently depart Stamford Bridge.

Jamie Gittens is in limbo following the demise of his summer transfer to Roma, and Estevao Willian is allegedly irritated by his lack of playing time.