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Man City close to sealing Cancelo signing after further Juventus talks

Manchester City and Juventus are close to reaching a deal for right-back Joao Cancelo.

Goal reported on June 6 that the two clubs have been in advanced talks regarding a move for the Portugal international, with Juve holding out for more than €50 million (£44m/$56m).

Sources in Italy now indicate that further talks have taken place on Monday, and while City are still reluctant to meet Juventus’ top asking price, they are prepared to up their initial offer and conclude a deal.

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That represents a breakthrough in negotiations and sources believe a final agreement could be found in the coming days.