Monday's Manchester City transfer talk news roundup: Kalidou Koulibaly, Ismael Bennacer, David Silva

The buildup to the summer transfer window has now begun, with rumours and speculation continuing to swirl as Manchester City eye possible reinforcements.

The 2018-19 champions did not bring in a single player during the January transfer window, despite suffering a defensive shortage for much of the campaign so far.

Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest news on possible comings and goings at the Etihad.

Monday morning's headlines:

Manchester United, Liverpool 'priced out of Kalidou Koulibaly move'
Napoli sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli says that the Italian side will not be lowering their £100m asking price for Kalidou Koulibaly. Read more.

Manchester City 'to battle Chelsea for Ben Chilwell'
Leicester City defender Ben Chilwell emerges as a summer transfer target for Manchester City, according to a report. Read more.

Ilkay Gundogan urges Manchester City to target Caglar Soyuncu
Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan suggests that his club should attempt to sign Leicester City centre-back Caglar Soyuncu. Read more.

Real Madrid 'to rival Manchester City, Manchester United for Ismael Bennacer'
Real Madrid join Manchester City and Manchester United in the race for AC Milan midfielder Ismael Bennacer, according to a report. Read more.

Manchester City midfielder David Silva offered lucrative deal in Qatar?
Qatar-based Al-Duhail are reportedly keen to secure a deal for Manchester City midfielder David Silva later in 2020. Read more.