“He’s a Top Player” – Ashley Cole Tells Manchester City to Sign player with 'Bright future'

Manchester City are keeping their summer transfer plans flexible, and one name remains firmly on their radar—Newcastle United’s Tino Livramento. Despite months left in the transfer window, Pep Guardiola’s side are already shaping up well with impressive performances from new faces like Tijjani Reijnders, Rayan Cherki, and Rayan Ait-Nouri. But insiders believe more additions could still be on the cards.

One of those targets is Livramento, who has caught the eye of the Premier League champions with his mature displays for Newcastle last season. The 22-year-old right-back has long been admired at City, and even though the Magpies have no desire to sell, Guardiola’s side haven’t given up hope of luring him to the Etihad.

Former England and Chelsea star Ashley Cole, who once coached Livramento at youth level, has thrown further weight behind City’s interest with high praise for the defender. Speaking to BBC Sport, Cole said, “He was in the under-21s, in the reserve group at Chelsea. You always see the passion and level he could get to.”

Cole continued, “Getting the opportunity at Newcastle and continuing to play first-team football gave him the belief, the confidence in his own ability. And of course, a manager that’s trusted him to play at such a young age. I think he had quite a big challenge going to Newcastle, but he’s developing into a top player.”

With Kyle Walker nearing the end of his City career, the club are preparing for the future. Walker, who was signed from Tottenham at the age of 27, went on to become one of City’s most reliable defenders and a six-time Premier League winner. Livramento, at just 22, has time on his side and the potential to follow in similar footsteps.

Statistically, Walker was a more complete defender at Livramento’s age, but the raw talent is clear to see. If Livramento continues on his current path, backed by regular minutes and Premier League experience, he could reach the elite levels City are looking for in the years to come.

Newcastle may be reluctant to part with a player they value at £32 million (as reported by Sky Sports), but as City begin looking to the long-term, don’t be surprised if they test that resolve before the summer window closes.