Man City news: Turkish giants in advanced talks with £5m Newcastle target

Manchester City midfielder Fernando has been closely linked with a move to Galatasaray.

Turkish-Football can confirm that the Lions are in advanced talks with City.

Contrary to reports circulating in the Turkish press Galatasaray want Fernando on loan, not on a permanent deal.

The 29-year-old is currently out of the Istanbul giants price range.

Galatasaray officials are negotiating a deal with Fernando’s agent Joao and his father.

The midfielder is keen on a move but Galatasaray still have to convince City into going ahead with the transfer.

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Newcastle United have also been closely linked with the experienced midfielder but there £5 million valuation feel short of what the Citizens were asking for according to the Manchester Evening News.

Fernando made 27 appearances for Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City last season but was not part of the squad traveling to America of the pre-season tour.

The 29-year-old does have another three-years remaining on his contract but City are expected to part ways with him this summer.