BREAKING: Bayern Munich set to sign Manchester City star

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German champions Bayern Munich are set to sign Manchester City defender Joao Cancelo on loan for the rest of the season, according to The Athletic.

Cancelo’s loan deal is likely to include a buy option, with the German champions long-term admirers of the 28-year-old.

Cancelo has fallen down the pecking order at Manchester City in recent weeks following the emergence of Rico Lewis. Cancelo has failed to start any of City’s last three games in all competitions.

Cancelo, who was named in the PFA Premier League Team of the Year in each of the last two seasons, is under contract at Manchester City until 2027.