Pep Guardiola has stated that he does not want James McAtee to be loaned or transferred, as he needs McAtee's specific skills in tight spaces. McAtee, who had two loan spells at Sheffield United where he scored 14 goals and provided eight assists in 75 matches, is gradually finding his place in Manchester City's rotation. Guardiola has expressed his trust in McAtee and praised his maturity and performance.

Team Talk reports on the potential departure of James McAtee from City this month. James McAtee may join Alleyne in leaving City this month. Reports claim that Marmoush signing will show McAtee he needs to leave to become a regular starter at a new club. Fulham, West Ham, Ipswich Town, and a host of German clubs are all keen on McAtee.

Mainz 05 is interested in signing James McAtee, a flexible midfielder from Manchester City who has had limited playing time in the current Premier League season, with only 36 minutes on the field. The move is considered likely for the second half of the season, with a loan being planned and potentially an option to buy for over 20 million euros. Mainz 05, currently in fifth place, may offer McAtee more regular playing time than the other interested clubs.

Team Talk reports on the potential transfer of James McAtee to Fulham amidst Manchester City's interest in Omar Marmoush. James McAtee is keen for more opportunities and knows that if Manchester City sign Omar Marmoush then he will fall further down the pecking order. Fulham are thought to be the frontrunners to sign McAtee on an initial loan this month.

Fulham aims to strengthen their squad by targeting 22-year-old James McAtee from Manchester City. McAtee has impressed at Sheffield United and is seen as a key future asset for Fulham, who are reportedly willing to pay up to £40 million. This could be one of Fulham's most expensive transfers, showing their ambition in the Premier League. Manchester City is open to offers, considering McAtee's future playing opportunities amid intense midfield competition.

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FC Bologna has shown interest in James McAtee. McAtee is dissatisfied with his playing time at Manchester City, having only three Premier League appearances this season. He wants more game time and prefers a loan.

AC Florenz has shown interest in James McAtee. McAtee is dissatisfied with his playing time at Manchester City, having only three Premier League appearances this season. He wants more game time and prefers a loan.

James McAtee could move to Serie A. FC Bologna is observing the situation of the 22-year-old due to his dissatisfaction with playing time at Manchester City. Despite injuries among players and a form crisis at the club, McAtee has only managed two minutes of play in the Premier League. A loan move in the winter is considered a realistic scenario, with his contract at City running until 2026.

James McAtee could move to Serie A. AC Florenz is observing the situation of the 22-year-old due to his dissatisfaction with playing time at Manchester City. Despite injuries among players and a form crisis at the club, McAtee has only managed two minutes of play in the Premier League. A loan move in the winter is considered a realistic scenario, with his contract at City running until 2026.

James McAtee could move within the Premier League. FC Brentford is among the clubs interested in the 22-year-old due to his dissatisfaction with playing time at Manchester City. Despite injuries among players and a form crisis at the club, McAtee has only managed two minutes of play in the Premier League. A loan move in the winter is considered a realistic scenario, with his contract at City running until 2026.

Leeds United are monitoring the situation of Manchester City fringe player James McAtee, with reports suggesting he could leave in January.

James McAtee has failed to convince Guardiola he is worthy of regular starts, leading to his placement on the transfer list.

James McAtee is reportedly pushing for a move away from Manchester City in the January window due to a lack of playing time.

Amid James McAtee’s desire for more minutes, he could be sold if the right offer comes in January.

West Ham are interested in Manchester City's James McAtee as a replacement for Lucas Paqueta. Dubbed 'Salford Silva', McAtee has been on the bench at City and may be ready for a permanent move. West Ham should be able to afford a fee of £20 million or more.

Pep Guardiola did not want to loan James McAtee this year, stating 'he is untouchable'. Multiple clubs, especially from Bundesliga and Eredivisie, showed interest in McAtee during the summer, but Guardiola insisted on keeping him.

Manchester City are preparing to hand a new contract to midfielder James McAtee after rejecting several bids for the 21-year-old. (Sam Lee)

Manchester City are ready to offer midfielder James McAtee a new contract after rebuffing bids of up to £30m during the summer transfer window.

Manchester City are ready to offer midfielder James McAtee a new contract after rebuffing bids of up to £30m during the summer transfer window.

James McAtee, back from a loan spell at Sheffield United, has impressed Guardiola. His future is uncertain as he faces a decision to either stay and break into the team or move elsewhere.