Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is reportedly set to beat Xavi and Barcelona to a long-term midfield target.
Barcelona boss Xavi Hernandez could be left frustrated in his attempts to sign Bayern Munich midfielder Joshua Kimmich next summer.
The Blaugrana have been looking for a replacement for Sergio Busquets since he departed for Inter Miami last June.
Despite signing Ilkay Gundogan and Romeu as midfield options, there is still a gaping hole at the base of midfield.
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However, according to FUTBOLERO, Manchester City are poised to swoop in for Kimmich as a long-term partner and alternative to Rodri.
The report further states that Kimmich sees his future away from the Bundesliga and eyes a Premier League move, with Guardiola's influence a big factor.
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