Manchester City are at the head of the queue to sign Villarreal defender Pau Torres this summer, according to journalist Xavi Jorquera Martinez.
Torres is expected to leave the Yellow Submarine following another impressive season in the Spanish top flight, as well as Europe.
He played an integral part in Villarreal’s run to the Champions League semi-finals in 2021-22, where the club was eventually knocked out by Liverpool in a thrilling tie.
Manchester City winger Riyad Mahrez has committed another few years to the Premier League champions after signing a new four-year contract extension that promises to keep him at the Etihad until June 2025.
The Algeria international had just 12 months left on his original contract, which led to speculation over his future at the club.
Manchester City are reportedly ready to lock horns with Manchester United over the signature of Villarreal centre-back Pau Torres this summer.
The Spain international has impressed with the Yellow Submarine last year and ended the 2020-21 season with a Europa League title.
He has enjoyed another stellar season under Unai Emery that progressed to the semi-finals of the Champions League.
Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong has reportedly emerged as a transfer target for the Premier League champions Manchester City.
De Jong’s future is the subject of much speculation, with Manchester United said to be interested to bring him to Old Trafford this summer.
A figure of £51m would allegedly convince the Catalan giants to sell the 25-year-old midfielder due to their financial problems.
Arsenal have reportedly reignited their interest in their pursuit of Manchester City forward Raheem Sterling, according to a report.
Sterling’s contract at the Etihad Stadium is set to expire in the summer of 2023, and with no extension is agreed upon, speculation surrounding his future has gathered pace.