Pep Guardiola has perfect transfer gift waiting for Diogo Costa after Man City update

Pep Guardiola has perfect transfer gift waiting for Diogo Costa after Man City update Latest Manchester City transfer news and gossip as Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa continues to be linked with a move to the Etihad Stadium Diogo Costa of Porto has been linked with Manchester City (Image: Diogo Cardoso/Getty Images ) Manchester City could already have the perfect gift lined up for Diogo Costa if they choose to sign the goalkeeper. Reports over the last few weeks have speculated that City could move to sign the Porto goalkeeper when the summer transfer window opens. As a result, it has led to speculation around the current shot-stoppers who are in Pep Guardiola's squad. Ederson and Stefan Ortega are both contracted at the Etihad Stadium until 2026, while Scott Carson is one a one-year rolling deal after arriving in 2019. The Manchester Evening News reported on Wednesday that City could move to sign at least one new goalkeeper amid the speculation, with Costa being one player who could be targeted. If City were to sign Costa, they could have the perfect gift lined up for the goalkeeper. As is the case when a new signing arrives, they are then given a squad number for the foreseeable future. City currently have the No.1 squad number available to new signings, which is usually handed to goalkeepers, in particular. Article continues below As a result, if City were to bring Costa to the Etihad Stadium, it would be a surprise to see the Porto star not given the No.1 unless he specifically requests a different number. Here at The Manchester Evening News, we're dedicated to bringing you the best Manchester City coverage and analysis. Make sure you don't miss out on the latest City news by joining our free WhatsApp group. You can get the club's breaking news and best analysis sent straight to your phone by clicking here to subscribe. Article continues below You can also subscribe to our free newsletter service. Click here to be sent all the day's biggest stories. And, finally, if you'd rather listen to our expert analysis, then make sure to check out our Talking City podcast. Our shows are available on all podcast platforms, including Spotify and Apple Podcasts, and you can also watch along on YouTube.