Manchester City are to make their opening offer for Brighton wing-back Marc Cucurella.
The former Barcelona junior is open to joining Pep Guardiola but the deal will hinge on Brighton’s valuation.
The south coast side value Cucurella at close to £50million and that could prove too high for City who would be prepared to consider alternatives.
Chelsea are also monitoring developments with the 23-year-old on their wishlist.
Cucurella joined Barcelona’s prestigious La Masia academy when Guardiola was in charge of the Catalan club.