Manchester City Transfer News: Latest Sergio Aguero and William Carvalho Rumours

Chelsea could replace Diego Costa with Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero, whose position is unclear after the arrival of teenage prodigy Gabriel Jesus at the Etihad Stadium.

Steve Bates of the Sunday People (h/t the Mirror) reported that the Premier League leaders are ready to "hijack" Real Madrid's attempt to bring the Argentinian hitman back to the Spanish capital after a six-year spell in England. Los Blancos are said to be ready to offer £75 million for the prolific attacker, who could find himself a regular fixture on the bench if Jesus continues to hit the heights he has during his first few games in a Sky Blues shirt.

Costa's future beyond next summer remains unclear, and Chelsea manager Antonio Conte will desire a world-class finisher to fill his boots if the Spain international departs Stamford Bridge, per Bates. Aguero is on the Chelsea boss' "radar" as he plans ahead, and the striker fears Jesus will permanently take his starting place at Eastlands.

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Neil Fissler of the Express also reported that Aguero is a shock target for Inter Milan, who are trying to sign a superstar player. Nerazzurri owner Suning Holdings Group could fund a move for the 28-year-old in the summer if he desires an exit from the Premier League.

Despite a series of troublesome injuries for Aguero during his time in Manchester, the striker remains one of England's most effective talents, per OptaJoe:

In other City-related news, speculation has been fuelled that Sporting CP midfielder William Carvahlo could finally move to the Premier League after he linked up with Pep Guardiola's brother's agency, Media Base Sports.

Dave Fraser of The Sun reported that the Portugal international might find his way to the Etihad but that he is also being targeted by Arsenal and AS Monaco. Gunners boss Arsene Wenger is said to have halted his pursuit of Carvalho after being put off by his £30 million fee.

According to Portuguese newspaper A Bola (h/t Metro), Liverpool are also admirers of the Sporting man. 

Carvalho has featured 25 times in the Primeira Liga and UEFA Champions League combined for his club this term. Here is some footage of the player in action:

Aguero's departure would mark an end of an era at City. The Argentinian was a landmark signing for the club when he arrived from Atletico Madrid in 2011, and he will likely not be content to sit on the bench as a teenager takes his place.

Chelsea is as likely a destination as any for Aguero if Costa jumps ship at the end of the season, and the Blues will have plenty of cash to spend on a quality replacement.