of manchester city The stance on Vitor Reis may soon face another test, with fresh interest from Spain emerging following the defender's impressive loan spell at Verona.
The 20-year-old is set to return to the Etihad this summer after establishing himself as one of Verona's finest performers in La Liga.
This has been emphasized in recent reports from Brazil Manchester City will reinstate him to the first team squad Despite the departure of Pep Guardiola, however, his performances have attracted some attention in Spain.
reportedly barcelona made an approach a few weeks ago. as of now sports tribuneValencia have identified Vitor Reis as one of their two preferred options to strengthen the right side of their central defense this summer.
Valencia is keeping a close eye
The Spanish outlet reports that Valencia are looking for a right-footed centre-back who is comfortable playing out from the back.
The sporting director and coaching staff are said to have agreed on two leading candidates: Vitor Reis and Real Madrid youngster Joan Martínez.
The report acknowledges the current situation at Manchester City, stating that the Premier League club are not considering leaving the Brazilian at this stage. However, it also adds that the situation may change as the transfer window evolves.
Strong weather has attracted attention
Valencia's interest is hardly surprising given the defender's campaign in Spain.
Vítor Reis became a pillar of Verona's defense and finished the season as the Brazilian with the most minutes played in La Liga. He also impressed in some of the club's biggest fixtures, including performances against both Real Madrid and Barcelona.
The loan achieved exactly what Manchester City had hoped for. Regular football accelerated his development, while his performances also earned him his first senior Brazil call-up during the campaign.
But at the moment the situation of Manchester City seems clear. It seems that Enzo Maresca is ready to resist any approach from elsewhere and will rely on Reus as part of the first team from now on.
Valencia's interest nevertheless underlines how much the Brazilian's reputation has grown in the last year. However, unless Manchester City's stance changes later in the window, the Spanish side may find there is little room for negotiation.
