They say that last year, following his good performances against the Citizens, City had made a concrete approach, Guardiola having publicly declared his admiration for the player.
While Aouar hesitated to leave, the arrival of Juninho convinced the player to make another year for his progression. The idea of a transfer, however, animated part of the season, notably by Aulas who had entrusted to Tuttosport the wish to make a deal with Juve.
Lyon's managers, convinced that they could not retain the player for another year, have been considering his transfer for several months but the Covid has delayed the club's plans, the Lyon mercato very dependent on the sales of Aouar and Dembele.
In this particular context, two clubs have shown interest, Juve and city, without having started negotiations. City have long been his favourite destination, but the suspension of European Cups for two years (the club appealed) has disrupted the player's reflection. Meanwhile, Juve is laying the groundwork in its seduction operation.