M. Cucurella price scares off "Man City," starting to look for alternative options © PA

Journalist Simonas Stone reports that after defending Marc Cucurella for a long time, "Manchester City" has started looking for other alternatives. It is stated that despite the player's officially expressed request to leave the team, "Brighton" firmly holds its position and does not plan to release the Spaniard for less than 50 million pounds sterling. According to Simon Stone, "Seagulls" believe that they do not have to sell one of their leaders, as the player has signed a long contract. "Man City" had already made an offer worth 30 million pounds this week, but it was rejected. Marc Cucurella played 39 matches for "Brighton" last season, scoring 1 goal and providing 2 assists.