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By SIMON JONES Published: 08: 04 AEST, 15 August 2025 | Updated: 08: 04 AEST, 15 August 2025 1 View comments Manchester City midfielder Sverre Nypan is in talks over a loan move to Middlesbrough. The Championship side are also in discussions to sign Metz winger Cheikh Sabaly and still want to add a striker. Norway international Nypan joined City from Rosenborg in June for a fee of £12. 5million. He had previously been courted by Arsenal and Aston Villa while a loan move to Girona had also been mooted. City, however, want the 18-year old to receive regular game time in a competitive league and believe he will benefit from playing under Rob Edwards in the Championship. A deal is still to be reached but negotiations have been positive. Boro are looking to strengthen further and have held talks with Metz for Sabaly. The 26-year old Senegal international scored 15 goals in 37 games last season. Sverre Nypan signed for Man City from Rosenborg for £12. 5m in June but is set to go on loan However, Metz's valuation is still above what Boro have earmarked and talks are in the balance.
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