Manchester City are watching Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino.

The former Newcastle United prospect has played his way into the Spain squad as a La Real player.

Local journalist Kike Marin is reporting City are keen - and Merino is aware of their interest.

The Sky Blues are in the market for a new midfield addition as they seek a successor for captain Fernandinho and Merino is under consideration.

Indeed, Marin says City are prepared to offer €60m for the Spain international.

Merino has a deal with La Real to 2025.