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City or United? Manchester clubs set for January transfer battle over €30m-rated Braga defender Sikou Niakate

<p>The Mali international centre-back has been impressive since joining the Portuguese club in 2022 and in the 2024-25 campaign, he has appeared in 25 matches across competitions. His consistent performance for Braga has attracted interest from Premier League giants Manchester City and Manchester United who are keen on securing the defender's signature, according to <a href="https://africafoot.com/manchester-united-et-manchester-city-sinteressent-a-sikou-niakate/" target="_blank"><em>Africa Foot</em></a>.</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>The report adds that United scouts have been tracking the progress of the 25-year-old in the Europa League since last season and now Ruben Amorim wants to add the player to their squad. Pep Guardiola too appreciates Niakate's abilities and the English giants are expected to table a formal offer in the January transfer window. </p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>The Mali star's current deal with the Portuguese side runs until 2028 and the club are expected to demand a reported fee of €30million (£24.9m/$31m) if they have to sell their star defender. </p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>For now, Niakate remains focused on Braga and will be next seen in action for his team on Wednesday as they take on Benfica in the semi-final of Taca da Liga.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR SIKOU NIAKATE?

City or United? Manchester clubs set for January transfer battle over €30m-rated Braga defender Sikou Niakate | Goal.com

Manchester clubs are all set for a transfer battle in the January window for Braga defender Sikou Niakate.