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Man City target Marc Cucurella 'hands in a transfer request' as wantaway Brighton defender desperately tries to force through a move - but there is still a 'big gap' in valuation between the clubs as Seagulls demand £50m to sell

Brighton’s Marc Cucurella is attempting to force through his move to Manchester City by handing in a transfer request.

The left-back has made his intention to join the Premier League champions clear despite negotiations between the two clubs hitting a roadblock.

Fabrizio Romano, who reported Cucurella’s transfer request, notes there is a ‘big gap’ between the clubs in valuation of the Spaniard as Brighton won’t budge from their £50 million demands.

Marc Cucurella was one of the breakout stars in the breakout stars in the EPL last season

City’s best offer thus far is believed to be around £30 million and Brighton have offered Cucurella a new contract in the hopes he’ll remain at the Amex Stadium.