In a recent report with Sky in Germany (translated by Sport Witness), renowned journalist Marc Behrenbeck had stated that Manchester City winger Leroy Sane is seeking a move away from the Etihad Stadium this summer when he said,
“He wants to leave the city. He and his family want to turn their backs on Manchester,”
The same source has also revealed that the German winger’s recent injury setback has lowered his market value with his potential suitors having doubts on whether to splash more than €100m on him in the off-season.
Sane’s Impressive Spell In English Football
The 24-year-old has made only one appearance for the Citizens this season due to a cruciate ligament rupture. He has not played in Pep Guardiola’s first-team since the Community Shield victory over Liverpool at the start of this campaign. Thus, there are some significant question marks over whether he will be able to prove his fitness and find some form before this season draws to a close.
Sane has made a total of 134 appearances for Man City, registering 39 goals and 45 assists in the process. He has already won the Premier League title two years in a row, and so he doesn’t have anything left to prove in English football. Maybe, a change of scenery could allow him to make a fresh start so that he can reignite his career in European football.
The Essen-born talent has also secured 21 international caps for the German national team while scoring five goals for his nation so far. However, it is difficult to see him making a comeback at the international level before the UEFA Euro 2020 kicks off later this summer.
What Are The German Speedster’s Best Attributes?
On his day, Sane can be an unstoppable force down the left flank. He has a terrific turn of pace and the agility to make mazy runs with the ball out on the wide areas. The German international excels at using his quick feet and football intelligence to deceive the opposition defenders in the final third. Guardiola has also transformed the winger into a clinical finisher in front of goal while he is also a capable playmaker as well.
Should The Citizens Sanction Sane’s Departure This Summer?
Sane had scored some big goals against Liverpool and Manchester United last season, which goes to show that he is not afraid of the spotlight and can manage expectations at the highest level. However, his recent injury setback will worry Guardiola as it is unsure whether the German wing wizard will be able to get back to his best once again. If he does, then the Citizens should undeniably try to convince him to stay and commit his long-term future to the club.
Otherwise, the Mancunian giants will be better off shipping him out so that they can bring in some fresh faces ahead of the new season. Either way, a decision needs to be made regarding Sane’s future at the Etihad soon so that they have enough time to arrange plans accordingly for the summer transfer window.
