Sergio Aguero leaving Manchester City left Pep Guardiola with only Gabriel Jesus in attack, so it was expected that the Sky Blues would bring in another striker this summer.
Jack Pitt-Brooke and Sam Lee of The Athletic says City were willing to let him go, however, as a makeweight in a deal to sign Harry Kane. The 24-year-old was offered out against his will to Tottenham, who rejected the part-exchange.
Jesus’ future at the Etihad Stadium has been uncertain as he struggled for fitness and consistency last season while starting only 58% of their Premier League games.