Haaland exit stance, Guimaraes release clause, De Bruyne to Saudi - Man City transfer state of play

The transfer window opened in a low-key manner this week, with attentions firmly on Germany for the start of Euro 2024.

Usually, some clubs have deals lined up to go through as soon as the window opens, but those sort of transfers have been missing this summer. Instead, the summer tournaments in Europe and America will likely see a trickle of deals until players return from Germany or the USA.

However, that doesn't means clubs aren't working on building their squads, and Manchester City have already secured Stefan Ortega for another year following his openness to leaving. Erling Haaland's agent has reaffirmed his transfer stance, while Kevin De Bruyne has left the door firmly open to an exit.

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In terms of player exits, there are a number of City players being linked with new clubs. De Bruyne admitted before the Euros that he would be attracted by the huge wages on offer in Saudi Arabia, with the Belgian soon to turn 33 and with one year left on his City contract. He has already given City far more than the £60m they spent on him all those years ago, but could the prospect of recouping some funds prompt an exit this summer?

City have always told wantaway players to present them with an offer, so that would be the same for De Bruyne should he be serious about leaving. Likewise, Pep Guardiola confirmed there have been no offers for Bernardo Silva when he gave a brief interview this week, and told Barcelona to make an offer if they want to sign him.

Guardiola also touched upon the future of Joao Cancelo, confirming talks