Latest developments
- Man City identify Udogie as a potential transfer target.
- Udogie has a long-term contract with Tottenham Hotspur.
- The North London club are keen to keep the full-back.
Whisper+ analysis
Authenticity (4.5/5): Man City eyeing Udogie move
Man City have reportedly added Tottenham's Udogie to their shortlist for the summer transfer window, as they look to continue the rebuild they started in the winter market.
That is according to Fabrizio Romano, who claims Man City are keeping tabs on Udogie's situation, with the Citizens keen to bring in a new full-back ahead of the 2025-26 campaign.
Value (2/5): Tottenham reluctant to sell
Tottenham are said to view Udogie as untouchable, meaning it would take a significant offer to persuade the club to even consider parting ways with the defender.
Spurs are certainly under no pressure to sell Udogie, with his contract set to run until the summer of 2030.
Suitability (4/5): Udogie liked by Viana
Man City's new director of football, Hugo Viana, is said to be an admirer of the Tottenham defender, having kept tabs on his progress since his time at Udinese.
The Citizens like the fact Udogie has proven himself in the Premier League, and at the age of 22, he still has room to improve his game.
Upgrade? (3.5/5): Gvardiol competition
Youngster Nico O'Reilly has started Man City's last two matches at left-back, although Josko Gvardiol has tended to play there during the 2024-25 campaign.
Udogie could come into the squad to compete with Gvardiol, although his potential arrival could allow the Croatian to operate as a centre-back on a more regular basis.
Logic (4/5): Chance to challenge for silverware
Udogie may have a long-term contract with Tottenham, but he could be open to the chance of playing for a club that has the capability to challenge for trophies season after season.
The Italy international may also be interested in working with one of the game's great coaches in Pep Guardiola.
Whisper+ verdict: 18/25
Udogie would surely be open to a move to the Etihad Stadium if Man City step up their interest in the summer. From Man City's perspective, signing a proven Premier League player would make a lot of sense if they want to bring in a new left-back. However, the Citizens will find it difficult to agree a transfer with Tottenham.
