Manchester City have reportedly set their sights on Nigerian defender Ola Aina as a possible long-term replacement for veteran right-back Kyle Walker, according to The Sun.
Aina, who has been in stellar form for Nottingham Forest in the Premier League this season, is seen as a versatile option for Pep Guardiola's squad. The 27-year-old, who can play both as a right-back and left-back, has been a key performer for Forest, scoring twice in 19 league appearances so far.
With Walker, 34, approaching the latter stages of his career, City are eager to secure a younger, dynamic option for the future. Aina, a graduate of Chelsea's football academy, has just six months remaining on his current contract at Nottingham Forest, making him an attractive prospect for the reigning Premier League champions.
It remains to be seen whether Forest will let the Nigerian international leave in January or risk losing him on a free transfer at the end of the season. Aina's impressive performances have reportedly drawn interest from several clubs, setting the stage for a potential transfer battle.
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