Manchester City contacts Alexis Mac Allister’s representatives as Rodri replacement search heats up

Manchester City has reached out to the representatives of Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister about a potential summer transfer, positioning the Argentine international as a possible replacement for Rodri. The contact signals City’s intent to reshape its midfield ahead of what could be a pivotal offseason at the Etihad. Mac Allister, 27, is under contract at Anfield until the summer of 2028 and reportedly earns approximately $7.8 million per year. Liverpool has both the leverage and the financial commitment to make any deal extraordinarily difficult for their Premier League rivals. Why City is looking and why Liverpool won’t want to sell The backdrop here is Rodri. The Spanish midfielder has been the subject of persistent transfer speculation linking him with a move to Real Madrid. Mac Allister fits the profile of what City would need. He arrived at Liverpool from Brighton & Hove Albion in 2023 and quickly established himself as a core part of Arne Slot’s setup. Liverpool reportedly plans to open new contract discussions with Mac Allister after the 2026 FIFA World Cup. That timeline suggests Liverpool views the Argentine as a long-term pillar, not someone it’s willing to l...