The battle for Schalke's Bosman prospect Leon Goretzka is intensifying.
Goretzka is understood to have told his agents to only consider Premier League offers as he runs down his deal at S04.
Liverpool have been rated as favourites for the Germany international, who they see as an ideal replacement for Emre Can.
However, the Mirror says Manchester City have now joined the race to land a player regarded as one of the hottest properties in the Bundesliga.
City want fresh midfield talent, with Yaya Toure set to leave next year and Fernandinho turning 33.
Goretzka can play as a defensive midfielder, but it's his ability to play in a variety of positions that impresses manager Pep Guardiola.
Schalke are likely to look to cash in on the German international in January.