Matheus Nunes is surely finished at Man City as door opens to strike deal for replacement

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Football Insider revealed last week that replacing Nunes in the starting XI is one of City’s top priorities ahead of next season, and they are set to be presented with a golden opportunity to land Denzel Dumfries as his replacement. Credit: ImagoRead More: Sources: Man City set sights on ‘next Cafu’ to replace Matheus NunesRelease clause gives Man City golden chance to sign Denzel DumfriesDumfries has been on City’s radar in several of the most recent transfer windows, and they made a sustained attempt to bring him in last summer, but they were ultimately unsuccessful.

The addition of a specialist right-back has eluded them many times in recent years, but they may finally be about to change that this summer, after a huge development regarding Dumfries’ future at Inter Milan. MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES The 29-year-old has now spent the last five seasons at the San Siro, but he may finally move on for a new challenge this summer, as a £21.9million release clause is set to become active in his contract, according to Tutto Mercato.It is understood that the clause can be triggered in July, leaving a whole month of opportunity for Guardiola and Co. to reignite their long-term pursuit and finally seal a deal for him.

Read More: Andrea Cambiaso: Man City plotting to sign star who is ‘ideal for Pep Guardiola’City set for youth vs experience choice for next right-back signingFootball Insider revealed earlier this week that City are also keen on the idea of a move for Juventus starlet Andrea Cambiaso to address their full-back issues. If the Citizens were to reignite their interest in Dumfries, they would be left to decide between an up-and-coming emerging talent, who could potentially have a big future ahead of him, and an experienced head who has been there and done it at the top level.