Pep Guardiola was left impressed by Maxwel Cornet during Manchester City's Champions League clash with Lyon back in November 2018. The Ivorian, who looks set to leave Turf Moor this summer following the club's relegation from the Premier League, scored twice against City in the group stages.
Chronicle Live understands Cornet has been offered to Newcastle United, with a £17.5million relegation release clause inserted into his contract. The Ivory Coast international is reportedly on Nottingham Forest and Leeds United's radar this summer and Eddie Howe's side are also in the market for additions further up the field.
"I was very impressed by the talent of Maxwel Cornet," City’s manager said after Cornet - who played up front that day - scored both goals in the 2-2 draw back in 2018. "There is a lot of talent in France. I love to play in the Champions League because there is a very high quality everywhere in the players and coaches."
