Manchester City is close to signing Abdukodir Khusanov. He is a 20-year-old central defender from Uzbekistan who currently plays for RC Lens in France.
Abdukodir Khusanov Interest and Competition
Manchester City wants Khusanov because they have some injuries in their defence.
They are looking to buy him in January. Other teams like Paris Saint-Germain, Newcastle United, and Tottenham Hotspur are also interested in him.
Abdukodir Khusanov Transfer Details
It is said that the transfer fee for Khusanov will be around £20 million. His current club, Lens, is open to discussions. Khusanov’s agent has mentioned that Lens will not stop him from making this dream move.
This fee would give Lens a big profit because they bought him for just £83,000 from Energetik-BGU in July 2023.
Abdukodir Khusanov Player Profile
Khusanov has done well in Ligue 1. He is known for being fast, versatile, and having a lot of potential. His agent says he is one of the best players in his position in Europe.
He can play as both a centre-back and a defensive midfielder, which makes him very attractive to other clubs.
Abdukodir Khusanov Current Status
Right now, Manchester City is actively trying to sign Khusanov, but it is still too early to say for sure that the deal is done. Newcastle is also interested and at a similar stage in their pursuit of the player.
Khusanov’s career highlights
Abdukodir Khusanov, the Uzbek central defender, has had several notable highlights in his young career:
- Professional Debut: Khusanov made his professional debut for Energetik-BGU in Belarus on March 19, 2022, playing the full 90 minutes against Vitebsk. His first goal came on May 2, 2022, against Neman Grodno, where he also provided two assists. He scored from a penalty kick in a match against Slavia Mozyr on May 29, 2022.
- Recognition and Market Value Growth: In August 2022, he was listed among the world’s most promising players by the International Center for Sports Research. His market value has seen a significant increase, from €0.1 million when he moved to Lens from Energetik-BGU for €100,000 in July 2023, to an estimated €12 million by the 2024-2025 season.
- Move to Ligue 1: He joined RC Lens in Ligue 1 in 2023, marking a significant step up in his career, playing for a club that qualified for the UEFA Europa League.
- Europa League: Khusanov became the youngest Uzbek player to play in the UEFA Europa League when he featured in a 0-0 draw against SC Freiburg during the playoff stage on February 15, 2024.
- International Success: With the Uzbekistan youth teams, Khusanov played for the U-17, U-19, and U-20 squads. His most notable achievement was with the U-20 team, where he helped them win the 2023 AFC U-20 Asian Cup, securing a spot for Uzbekistan in the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup. He was particularly impressive in the quarterfinals, aiding his team in defeating Australia in a penalty shootout.
- Performance Metrics: In Ligue 1, Khusanov has shown remarkable stats for his age, ranking among the top for successful defensive actions, progressive passes, and through passes among U-20 centre-backs in Europe’s top leagues. His performance in defensive duels and aerial duels has also been exceptional.
- Current Season: In the 2024-2025 season, Khusanov has continued to establish himself at Lens, with posts on X (formerly Twitter) highlighting his defensive prowess and versatility, suggesting he could play in various defensive and midfield roles if needed.
