Man City are reportedly considering a move for Martin Zubimendi, who was linked with Liverpool this past summer, in the January transfer window.
The Premier League champions are in the market for a new midfielder after Rodri was ruled out for the rest of the season following a knee injury he sustained during the 2-2 draw with Arsenal last month.
The Spain international underwent surgery on his anterior cruciate ligament injury, and he also had meniscus damage.
In his absence Pep Guardiola has fielded veterans Ilkay Gundogan and Mateo Kovacic together in midfield, while Rico Lewis has also stepped into the middle of the pitch.