Manchester City Transfer News and Rumours Tracker: Week of October 6

Manchester City's 2-0 win over Aston Villa at the weekend has been seen by many as a potential turning point in their season. Underwhelming in many of their matches so far this campaign, the second half at Villa Park saw them play some excellent football.

Meanwhile, rumour and gossip about potential new signings to augment their talented squad shows no signs of abating. January may seem like a long way off, but Manuel Pellegrini and Txiki Begiristain plan their moves way in advance, and newspapers are already claiming they know about City's targets in the next window and beyond.

Here, we tie up all the latest news surrounding potential City deals.

Roma Interested in James Milner

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According to a report by Jeremy Cross in the Daily Star, City's James Milner is the target for Serie A side Roma, who could make a £10 million move in January.

Milner's contract expires this summer, but with his improving game time, many expected him to pen a new deal. However, it seems he won't be short of offers to move elsewhere.

City to Target Pogba

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James Ducker writing in The Times (£) believes that City are showing an interest in Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba and could launch a bid next summer.

Pogba, who has been consistently impressive for The Old Lady since he moved there from Manchester United, is seen by City as the heir to Yaya Toure's throne. Toure will be 32 this summer, and finding a young replacement will be high on City's list of priorities.

City Set to Battle Manchester United for Jordi Alba

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According to John Toner of the Daily Star, City will fight rivals Manchester United for the signature of Barcelona full-back Jordi Alba.

Toner believes United have been interested in Alba for some time, but City, who feel they need to strengthen their back line, particularly at left-back, are prepared to offer big money.

Marco Reus Targeted After Dortmund Standoff

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Writing in the Daily Mirror, Simon Mullock believes City are continuing to track Marco Reus, the Borussia Dortmund winger currently involved in a contract standoff with the Bundesliga club.

City are thought to have admired Reus for three years, and with a clause allowing him to move for £20 million next summer, the club are now on red alert.