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 Manchester City transfer talk news roundup:

Chelsea to battle Manchester City for Nicolas Tagliafico deal?

Chelsea are reportedly prepared to battle Manchester City for the signature of Ajax defender Nicolas Tagliafico during this summer's transfer window.

The 27-year-old recently suggested that he would be on the move ahead of the 2020-21 campaign, and a number of clubs are believed to be interested in his services.

Arsenal, Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona have previously been strongly linked with the Argentina international, while a recent report claimed that Man City were also in the hunt for his signature.

However, according to The Sun, Chelsea are also interested in the South American as they weigh up alternatives to Leicester City's Ben Chilwell, who could be priced out of a summer move.

Tagliafico, who scored five times and contributed seven assists in 38 outings for Ajax during the 2019-20 campaign, could allegedly be available for around £22m in the upcoming market.

Frank Lampard's side are said to be seeking a new left-back as Marcos Alonso and Emerson Palmieri continue to be linked with exits.

Manchester City 'agree personal terms with Ferran Torres'

Manchester City have reportedly agreed personal terms with Valencia attacker Ferran Torres ahead of a proposed move during this summer's transfer window.

The 20-year-old has been in impressive form for Los Che during the 2019-20 campaign, scoring six times and contributing eight assists in 43 appearances in all competitions.

The attacker's contract at the Mestalla is due to expire next summer, though, and his future has been the subject of much speculation over the last few months.

Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus are among the clubs to be credited with an interest in the Spain Under-21 international, but according to Eurosport, Torres has agreed personal terms with City.

The report claims that the youngster's representatives met with the Premier League giants on Wednesday, where a 'total agreement' was reached 'on the terms of the deal'.

Torres has managed four goals and five assists in 33 La Liga outings this term.

More transfer news from Manchester City:

Manchester City 'interested in Nicolas Tagliafico'
Ajax defender Nicolas Tagliafico emerges as a transfer target for Manchester City, according to a report. Read more.

Manchester City 'quoted cut-price deal for Kalidou Koulibaly'
Manchester City are reportedly told that Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly could be available for £65m this summer. Read more.