Saturday's Manchester City transfer talk news roundup: Kalidou Koulibaly, John Stones, Aymeric Laporte

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.

Saturday morning's headlines:

Manchester City's John Stones in line for Everton return?
Manchester City will offer Everton the chance to re-sign out-of-favour defender John Stones this summer, according to a report. Read more.

Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly to join Manchester City for £72m?
Manchester City are reportedly in pole position to sign Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly in a £72m deal during the next transfer window. Read more.

Manchester City 'identify Dwight McNeil as Leroy Sane replacement'
Manchester City could attempt to sign Burnley attacker Dwight McNeil this summer, according to a report. Read more.