Man City transfer news LIVE Raheem Sterling to Chelsea latest plus Jesus and Phillips updates

Chelsea have reportedly approached Manchester City over a potential move for Raheem Sterling.

City's transfer activity seems to have been intensifying in recent days, with the news that England midfielder Kalvin Phillips is heading to the Etihad after the Blues agreed a fee with Leeds for his transfer.

Then, reports suggested that Gabriel Jesus is edging closer to a transfer to Arsenal and that he has agreed terms with Mikel Arteta's side. And now, Chelsea are said to be confident of signing Sterling after approaching City over his availability.

Meanwhile, former City captain Fernandinho has completed his free transfer to former club Athletico Paranaense, where he has signed a two-year contract. In a press conference announcing his signing, Fernandinho also expressed his intention to end his career at the club where he made his senior debut in 2002.

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If you say the words 'double pivot' to any Manchester City fan, the chances are you'd get an impulsive groan, or sigh, or even a shudder. Because when Pep Guardiola has played two defensive midfielders together in the past, it's rarely paid off, and in fact had a negative impact on City's balance.

When Guardiola is accused of 'overthinking', it is often because he wants to be slightly more defensive against a quality opponent, and adding an extra holding midfielder is a defensive move.

However, with Fernandinho gone, City have agreed a deal for Leeds and England star Kalvin Phillips, who can play at the base of midfield but also further forward.

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Multiple reports suggest that Chelsea owner Todd Boehly has formally approached Manchester City regarding a transfer for