Borussia Dortmund reveal how much it will cost Manchester City to land Julian Weigl in January
The 22-year-old is highly regarded at the Signal Iduna Park - with his current deal running out in 2021
PEP GUARDIOLA has been told to cough up £68million if wants to land Borussia Dortmund star Julian Weigl in January, according to reports.
The German club are desperate to keep hold of the 22-year-old holding midfielder.
One thing's for sure, if Weigl is to leave the Bundesliga giants it won't be on the cheap.
However, the Manchester City boss could view the £68m fee, , as money well spent.
Guardiola is searching for a long-term replacement for the reliable veteran Fernandinho.
The Brazilian has been a superb servant to City, but will be 34 in May - so Guardiola is intensifying his reach in the market to find a suitable successor.
Meanwhile, City are also reportedly keen on a move for Real Betis defender Junior Firpo.
The 22-year-old will not come cheap either - as he has a £54m release clause in his contract.
Firpo only signed a new five-and-a-half-year deal last month - but Guardiola has already earmarked the versatile defender as a potential signing.
The 47-year-old has already sent European scouts to monitor the progress of the Betis man, who is set for a bright future in the game.
City return to Premier League action on Saturday as they entertain newly-promoted Fulham, looking to maintain their unbeaten start to the season.
