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Manchester City could make summer move for one of Enzo Maresca’s favourite Chelsea players

Originally posted on HITC | By James Shearman | Last updated Jan 12, 2026 12:01 PM ET

Chelsea’s January transfer window looks set to be a quiet one, even with Liam Rosenior now in charge.

The Blues are unlikely to see much action this month, though the summer window could tell a different story.

A number of changes might take place, including both signings and departures.

Geovany Quenda is already confirmed to join the squad, having spent some time at Cobham for rehabilitation. But there could also be some big exits.

Manchester City could look to bring Marc Cucurella in this summer

Marc Cucurella has attracted interest from Manchester City in the past, and the defender may find himself on their radar again soon.

Speaking on Si Phillips Talks Chelsea, journalist Simon Phillips said that City have been looking into Cucurella, and a serious approach could be made during the upcoming transfer window.

Cucurella recently put pen to paper on a new deal at Stamford Bridge, though it was only to raise his salary, not extend the contract itself.

As it stands, he has only two and a half years left on his contract.

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From Chelsea’s point of view, they won’t want him playing out his final two years without some sort of extension or sale. City might view this as an opening worth exploring.

If he does leave the club, Chelsea may already have someone lined up. Jorrel Hato put in a solid performance against Charlton Athletic in the FA Cup over the weekend and looks ready to step into that role if needed.

Former boss Enzo Maresca was not all that high on Hato, but Rosenior is clearly backing him already.