da bet nacional： Yaya Toure has played a significant role in the transformation of Manchester City’s fortunes in the recent years, along with Vincent Kompany, Sergio Aguero, Joe Hart and David Silva.
da dobrowin： The four-time African Player of the year has won the Premier League twice with Manchester City and has been an influential figure in their title challenges. But it seems Pep Guardiola is willing to offload the Ivorian once again – the first time it happened was at Barcelona.
One of the best box-to-box players in the world, the stalwart’s absence in Premier League games signifies he doesn’t have a place in the squad. It could be a windfall for some clubs in the Premier League as Yaya Toure is in the final year of the contract, meaning he could sign a pre-contract in January.
So here are some clubs that should move for the Ivorian and clinch a good advantage…
Everton
Ronald Koeman was installed as the manager of Everton and is expected to deliver a significant challenge in their bid for a top-four finish. Everton have kicked off with decent signings in the form of Ashley Williams and Yannick Bolasie, and Yaya Toure will be a good addition to the club.
Idrissa Gueye from Aston Villa was also signed this summer which could restrict the chance for a move, but the energy and experience of the Ivorian will help him forge a good midfield.
Southampton
Southampton are an emerging team in the Premier League. Since their return to the top flight, the Saints have improved every season in terms of their finish in the table.
The Saints have always succeeded in replacing their departing players and might require to strengthen again in this transfer market to continue their growth. Yaya Toure will be one good option for their new manager Claude Puel. Although Puel has Jordy Clasie and Oriol Romeu, Yaya Toure could be a better alternative to help in their mission.
West Ham
Slaven Bilic has been active in the transfer market and West Ham are leaving no stones unturned in their pursuit of Champions League football. Injuries to Andre Ayew and Andy Carroll has forced the Hammers to return to 4-2-3-1 from 4-3-3.
A return to 4-2-3-1 might be sweetened by the transfer of Yaya Toure. A strong and energetic player in the holding position might help Bilic to set up a good challenge against the top sides.
Leicester City
One potential reason behind Leicester’s slow start to the season could be the departure of N’Golo Kanté, who was instrumental in the Foxes’ fairy-tale campaign last season by intercepting passes, breaking down attacks and setting up attacks. Yaya Toure, although older than Kanté, could prove to be a good replacement for the Frenchman.
This move could even help Yaya to secure game time and his experience might help Leicester to perform well in the Champions League this season.
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