​  Manchester City are preparing for a significant summer rebuild, and one of the first names emerging on their shortlist is Chelsea defender Malo Gusto. According to TalkSport, the Premier League giants are interested in bringing the French international to the Etihad Stadium, with incoming manager Enzo Maresca keen to reunite with a player he knows well.Maresca has agreed a three year deal to succeed Pep Guardiola following the Spaniard’s departure at the end of last season. With a new managerial era beginning, attention is quickly turning towards recruitment, and Gusto appears to fit the profile of the players City want to build around.Photo IMAGOTalkSport reports that Chelsea value the right back at £75million. While the London club are not actively looking to sell, City’s admiration is shared by several leading clubs across Europe, creating the possibility of competition should negotiations develop.Manchester City’s need for additional depth on the right side of defence is understandable. Matheus Nunes and Rico Lewis have both featured in the position, but neither is regarded as a specialist full back in the traditional sense.Gusto would offer pace, athleticism and experience despite being only 23 years old. Having signed from Lyon in January 2023, he still has four years remaining on his Chelsea contract, placing the Blues in a strong negotiating position.Photo IMAGOThe defender flourished under Maresca, making 72 appearances during their time together. He also helped Chelsea lift both the Conference League and Club World Cup during the Italian’s only full season in charge.Last season alone, Gusto featured 49 times across all competitions, highlighting both his durability and importance. He is currently with France at the World Cup and earned his 12th international cap from the bench during Monday’s victory over Iraq.City’s recruitment drive is extending beyond defence. TalkSport also reports that Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson is expected to complete a move after an earlier £121million bid was rejected.Photo IMAGOMeanwhile, Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez has reportedly emerged as a serious target for Real Madrid, adding another layer to an intriguing transfer window involving both clubs.There will also be departures at the Etihad. Bernardo Silva and John Stones are both due to leave when their contracts expire later this month, creating opportunities for Maresca to reshape his squad.If City’s interest in Gusto develops into a formal approach, Chelsea will face a major decision. “Manchester City are interested in signing Chelsea defender Malo Gusto, talkSPORT understands.”With Maresca leading a new project, familiar faces may prove valuable as City attempt to return to the Premier League summit.Enzo Maresca will naturally want players who understand his       ​Read More