​Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is making renewed advances for Southampton's England defender Ryan Bertrand.





According to the​​ Daily Mirror, the reason for the reignited interest is due to the Catalonian's focus on purchasing left backs this summer, and AS Monaco's Benjamin Mendy carrying a hefty price tag of over £40m.

Ryan Bertrand is reportedly keen on a move away from St. Mary's this summer in order to further his career, and City are currently leading the race to sign him. It is understood that Bertrand seeks Champions League football in order to advance his position within Gareth Southgate's England squad.





It is an imperative need for Pep Guardiola's side to improve the average age of their full-backs ahead of next season, as all four of City's prominent choices for the role were over 30 last term.

However, with Pablo Zabaleta, Bacary Sagna and Gael Clichy all leaving the Etihad following the expiration of their contracts, there is certainly room for new blood within the ranks, and Bertrand looks to be set for a move should everything go to plan.

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Also, it is believed that Juventus man Dani Alves will be arriving to also fill the void in that position and a potential Kyle Walker move to Pep's team is still very much on the cards.