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.

Wednesday morning's headlines:

Manchester City join race to sign Porto defender Alex Telles?
Manchester City may reportedly join the race to sign Porto defender Alex Telles, who will leave the Portuguese giants during the next transfer window. Read more.

Manchester City 'refusing to lower Leroy Sane's asking price'
Manchester City reportedly have no intention of lowering Leroy Sane's asking price ahead of the next transfer window. Read more.

Ilkay Gundogan would welcome Caglar Soyuncu, Cenk Tosun to Manchester City
Ilkay Gundogan suggests that Leicester City defender Caglar Soyuncu and Everton forward Cenk Tosun are good enough to play for Manchester City. Read more.

Report: Chelsea youngster Tino Anjorin set for Stamford Bridge stay
Tino Anjorin is to sign a new long-term deal with Chelsea, according to a report. Read more.

Leicester City 'could demand world-record fee for Chelsea target Ben Chilwell'
A report claims that Chelsea may have to pay more than £80m - a record fee for a defender - if they are to sign Ben Chilwell from Leicester City. Read more.

Julian Nagelsmann expects Angelino to return to Manchester City
Spanish left-back Angelino is set to return to Manchester City at the end of the season as RB Leipzig are unable to trigger the right-to-buy clause in his loan contract. Read more.