Issa Kaboré’s future at Manchester City is uncertain amid interest from Leicester, Ipswich, Hamburg and Paris FC
The transfer window is entering its final stretch, and Manchester City faces a decision on the future of Issa Kaboré. The 24-year-old right-back is attracting strong interest from Leicester City, Ipswich Town, Hamburg and Paris FC, according to journalist Ben Jacobs.
Man City Open to Sale — But Loan Still Possible
Manchester City’s preference is a permanent transfer, as the club looks to streamline its squad and generate funds. However, with time running out, the Premier League champions may still consider a loan move if suitable offers fail to arrive.
Kaboré’s Journey So Far
Signed in 2020, the Burkina Faso international has yet to establish himself under Pep Guardiola. Instead, his career has been defined by a series of loans across Europe:
- Ligue 1 (France)
- Premier League (England)
- Bundesliga (Germany), most recently with Werder Bremen
Despite his versatility and experience, Guardiola’s staff remain unconvinced that he can secure a long-term role at the Etihad.
Market Context: Other Departures at City
Kaboré is not the only player facing an uncertain future this summer. James McAtee has already sealed a permanent move to Nottingham Forest, while Jack Grealish accepted a loan to Everton in search of regular minutes.
This strategy reflects City’s willingness to offload players unable to secure a consistent place in Guardiola’s plans.
Competition for His Signature
Interest in Kaboré has fluctuated throughout the window. Southampton and Lyon were linked earlier, while Hamburg’s pursuit cooled before reigniting in recent days.
Now, with Leicester, Ipswich, Hamburg and Paris FC all pushing to finalize their squads, Kaboré has emerged as one of the late-window targets to watch.
