Why did Oleksandr Zinchenko leave Man City?

Oleksandr Zinchenko could leave Manchester City's pre-season training camp in the US in order to finalize his transfer to Arsenal. The Ukrainian is set to join Arsenal for £30million this summer.

Manchester City are willing to let Zinchenko leave the club, and will be stepping up their pursuit of Brighton left-back Marc Cucurella to replace him. Arsenal are signing their second City player of the window, after they completed the transfer of Gabriel Jesus two weeks ago.

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Oleksandr Zinchenko is set to join Arsenal.

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According to Fabrizio Romano, Oleksandr Zinchenko could be set to leave the Manchester City training camp later today in order to complete the medical tests required to finalize his move to Arsenal.

Mikel Arteta identified Zinchenko as a versatile option for left-back and midfield according to Sam Dean of the Telegraph, and Arsenal are keen to get the transfer over the line as soon as possible.

Zinchenko was enticed by the Arsenal project. The possibility of guaranteed first-team football was something that intrigued the Ukrainian, and his hopes of playing in midfield may turn into reality at the Gunners.

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The first and second part of Zinchenko's medical will take part this week. 

Manchester City are expected to accelerate their attempts to sign Marc Cucurella following the departure of Oleksandr Zinchenko. The Blue's have an official bid ready to be sent over to Brighton according to Fabrizio Romano. 

Cucurella was Pep Guardiola's number one target to replace Zinchenko. City are prepared to push for Cucurella again this week, but do have alternatives in case Brighton refuse to drop their £50million asking price.

Zinchenko will leave Manchester City as a fan favorite. The left-back won four Premier League's during his time at the Blue's. City signed him from FC UFA in 2016 for £1.8million.

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Manchester City have had a fairly uncharacteristic summer in terms of outgoings this window. The Cityzens have lost Gabriel Jesus, Oleksandr Zinchenko and Raheem Sterling over the last month. 

The reigning Premier League champions are never usually a 'selling club' in the transfer window, especially to fellow Premier League clubs. However, Pep Guardiola has revealed why the trio all left the club. 

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The City boss seemingly confirmed that all three players left in search of more regular game-time, but that he would have liked to have kept them at the club. Speaking to the Manchester Evening News, Guardiola said: "No (the outgoings weren't guaranteed) because I was incredibly happy with Gabriel, Oleks and Raheem, if they stayed longer there would be no problem. They proved last year how good they are.

"But sometimes the players want more, and the club feel it is the right moment to do it. But the most important thing is they leave happy with the club and what they have done.

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"Chelsea and Arsenal have paid the money that is fair. And the discussions were perfect, Txiki (Begiristain) told me. Good for both sides and really friendly."

Guardiola also went on to explain how all three of the former City men possess a trait that the manager looks for in any potential new arrival. He explained: "One of the things I am trying to discover is if he is a nice guy.

"I don’t like to work much with guys who are not nice. When you have a locker room and the chemistry is good, that is worth more than hours of tactics.

"This summer we have bought some exceptional people. And the rest we know each other. And we are sad because Raheem, Gabriel and Oleks were incredibly beloved. Since I arrived in Manchester, the chemistry has been incredible. It makes things good for me."

The City boss will be hoping that the loss of three 'beloved' players doesn't affect the atmosphere in the changing room too much. However, the additions of players such as Erling Haaland and Kalvin Phillips, who are both known for having great character, should help offset the impact of three big losses within the squad.  


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Why did Zinchenko leaving Man City?

Oleksandr Zinchenko leaves Manchester City pre-season camp for medical with Arsenal. Oleksandr Zinchenko has left Manchester City's pre-season camp and is travelling to Orlando to undergo a medical as he closes in on a move to Arsenal.

Is Oleksandr Zinchenko leaving Man City?

After spending six years at the club, Oleksandr Zinchenko has officially announced his departure from Manchester City. The defender has been linked with a move away for months and will now join Premier League rivals Arsenal.

Why did Man City let sterling go?

Raheem Sterling has said his unwillingness to accept a lack of game time at Manchester City led to his move to Chelsea this summer. The 27-year-old completed his transfer to Stamford Bridge in a deal worth up to £50 million last month which ended his seven-year stay at City.

Why did Jesus leave the City?

London) Jesus has revealed that his decision to play out wide came due to a lack of confidence after the 2018 World Cup. "After the World Cup I thought that I couldn't play as a No. 9. I started playing much more on the wing at (Manchester) City and for Brazil," he said.