Manchester City have reportedly added Alejandro Balde Martinez to their shortlist of transfer targets. The Barcelona defender is rumoured to be attracting attention ahead of the next transfer window, with insiders claiming preliminary talks could soon take place. Liverpool, Inter and Man Utd remain in the background, but for now, Manchester City are leading the way in ongoing talks. With only 28 goals conceded in 30 (0.93 per game), Manchester City have been one of the stronger defences in the Premier League this season.. Alejandro Balde Martinez would be asked to keep that standard and provide dependable cover when needed. Alongside this, Barcelona are said to be exploring Lewis Hall, Mohamed Salah and Nicolo Tresoldi with Manchester City likewise connected to Pau Cubarsi, Eduardo Camavinga and Rodrigo Mora. Need more Manchester City transfer rumours? Stay tuned to PlayerSwitch for live transfer news and rumours from across the world of football.