Barcelona risk losing experienced defender Eric Abidal to Manchester City. El Mundo Deportivo says with Abidal yet to settle on new terms with Barca, City are threatening to step in and take the Frenchman away.

Barca coach Pep Guardiola admits he has no idea whether Abidal will stay: "You know that 'Abi' is vital for us, essential.

"I have information of all kinds, he is very close to renewing or less close. He knows how important he is for me and the club."