As per the Sky Sports journalist Lyall Thomas, the German side are prepared to make the Japanese defender a more attractive offer than his suitors in England. #BorussiaMonchengladbach have come in for Ko Itakura and now leading the race to sign the #ManCity CB. https://t.co/OzHTtF6aQx https://t.co/ypeb5wKA7T — Lyall Thomas (@SkySportsLyall) June 14, 2022It was previously reported by Lyall that both of the newly-promoted sides were interested in a move for the 25-year-old. The following season he had more of an impact, appearing 36 times for the club in all competitions. The VerdictThis is certainly a blow to Fulham and Bournemouth in their pursuit of the Japanese defender, however, it could be a blessing in disguise.

Source: Sky sports June 15, 2022 12:16 UTC