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Manchester City will launch a summer move for Borussia Dortmund midfielder Julian Weigl - according to reports.

The 21-year-old has just signed a new contract with German giants Dortmund - but Pep Guardiola is said to have ordered director of football Txiki Begiristain to push through a deal.

City’s manager is determined to beat former club Barcelona in the race for Weigl, who has been identified as a potential long-term replacement for Sergio Busquets.

Fernandinho has proven pivotal to Guardiola’s plans at City - but he may also be looking to the future, with the Brazilian turning 32 next year.

Weigl is said to be Barcelona’s priority next summer - but they will face fierce competition from City, who have the financial power to challenge any of Europe’s top clubs in the transfer market.

Guardiola plans to spend heavily again at the end of the season with Antoine Griezmann one of his top targets, while City are also monitoring Alexis Sanchez’ situation at Arsenal.

Guardiola also needs to strengthen his defence, with two new full backs on his shopping list.