Manchester City attempted to sign one of the game’s hottest talents but lost out to Real Madrid. Manchester City have firmly established themselves as one of the biggest clubs in the world, capable of attracting generational players. The allure of working with Pep Guardiola and the near-guarantee of winning trophies is a big appeal and helped them win the race to sign Erling Haaland at a canter. However, sometimes even City can’t compete with Real Madrid, whose rich history and prestige is a huge draw for the planet’s hottest prospects. Jude Bellingham hardly considered any other destination w…