According to the latest odds released by the United Kingdom bookmakers Skybet (via Manchester Evening News), Manchester City are the leading the chase to secure the services of Real Madrid playmaker Isco during the summer transfer period. Skybet (via Manchester Evening News) has priced the Citizens as 3/1 favourites to bring the Spanish midfielder to Manchester in this off-season.
Isco’s Frustrations At The Spanish Capital
Isco had to endure a tough season at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium when he failed to put in a consistent run of performances on the pitch. The ex-Malaga sensation featured in 37 matches for the Galacticos in the previous campaign, scoring on six occasions while providing one assist in all competitions.
For a player of Isco’s high standards, the 27-year-old had a very average campaign at the Spanish capital in the last term. Thus, a change of scenery could help him reignite his career in European football. The Spanish midfield ace has also earned 38 international caps for Spain while registering 12 goals for them across various tournaments.
Despite his recent struggles, Isco can still be a match-winner on his day. He can change the course of any given match as he can create chances out of nothing. Furthermore, the Spaniard is highly versatile as he can operate in multiple positions in the opposition half.
Isco has all the skillset required to be a success story at the Etihad Stadium and could also be an ideal long-term replacement for David Silva. He operates similarly to how Silva plays for Man City, so the Madrid talent fits the bill perfectly.
What Will The Spanish Talent Add To Guardiola’s Side?
Isco has enough pace in his locker to make dangerous runs towards the opposition penalty box. He has the vision to play a killer pass in the final third but lacks consistency with his performances on the pitch. The Spaniard can also strike the ball purely, which makes him a significant goal-threat from long range.
The addition of a player of Isco’s ilk will undoubtedly add more quality to Pep Guardiola’s squad at Man City. At 27, the Spaniard is currently at the peak of his powers so the Citizens will do well to prise him away from Madrid this summer.
