Abdukodir Khusanov of RC Lens is expected to join City for around $51 million before the end of the January window as the Northern France outfit continue to sell of their top talents in an effort to combat their substantial financial concerns.

Manchester City have welcomed their new central defensive recruit, Abdukodir Khusanov to the North-West of England this week to undergo his medical.The Premier League champions must swiftly to

A range of different squad numbers are available to Abdukodir Khusanov, although his number 5 jersey worn at Lens is currently occupied at Manchester City, with John Stones holding the number since his arrival in 2017.

RC Lens has reportedly accepted a $41 million for Abdukodir Khusanov, who is regarded as one of the best young defenders in French soccer.

While head coach Pep Guardiola is tight-lipped about this transfer deal, the news of Walker’s possible exit may have forced the defending Premier League champion to search for options in the January market.

Manchester City's biggest area of need has been in central midfield since Rodri's ACL injury. So, why is Pep Guardola's first signing of the January window a highly rated young defender?

Khusanov, who turns 21 on Feb. 29, has made 31 senior appearances for Lens including 24 times in Ligue 1 and six times across three European competitions.

Madrid and City are closely monitoring Uzbek center-back Khusanov, who has been starring in France’s Ligue 1 with Lens.

Manchester City are working on deals to sign Omar Marmoush and Abdukodir Khusanov this month. There are no agreements in place for either player yet but discussions are advancing as City intensify their efforts to recruit both.