Manchester City winger Robinho is exploring the prospect of moving to Barcelona, it has been revealed.

The Sunday Times says Robinho has reportedly asked advisers to secure him a move to Barcelona as City pursue Samuel Eto'o and Carlos Tevez. The Brazil international signed for a UK record £32.5m only last September but his time at Eastlands has seen him develop an ongoing uneasiness with Mark Hughes.

Robinho has also been angered by the manager's handling of compatriot and close friend Elano. For his part, Hughes is understood to have felt undermined by the Brazilians' attitude at a time when other coaches, notably Jose Mourinho, were asked if they were interested in taking over at City.

City, meanwhile, insist Robinho will not be going anywhere although they are due to discuss the Eto'o deal with Barcelona again next week.