Manchester City Eye Bayern Munich Starlet Aleksandar Pavlović as Midfield Successor
Manchester City, fresh off another period of domestic dominance, are reportedly already planning for the next phase of their squad’s evolution. According to sources in both England and Germany, the Premier League champions have identified Bayern Munich’s 20-year-old midfielder Aleksandar Pavlović as a potential long-term addition to their midfield ranks.
For City, the move would be in keeping with their philosophy of staying ahead of the curve. Pep Guardiola’s side, though still packed with world-class talent, is at a point where the club’s hierarchy is considering the gradual succession plan for key areas of the pitch. Kevin De Bruyne is now in his thirties, İlkay Gündoğan departed last summer, and while Rodri remains one of the most complete midfielders in world football, City are keen to ensure they maintain depth and future-proof their squad.
Pavlović’s Rapid Rise at Bayern
Pavlović has become one of the standout stories in the Bundesliga over the past year. After progressing through Bayern Munich’s academy, the midfielder seized his opportunity in the first team during the 2023/24 season. Calm on the ball, tactically disciplined, and already demonstrating leadership qualities beyond his years, Pavlović quickly earned the trust of Bayern’s coaching staff and fans alike.
His ability to break up play, combined with intelligent distribution and a knack for making the right decision under pressure, has led to comparisons with some of Europe’s most refined holding midfielders. Bayern, who are under no financial pressure to
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