Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart is on the brink of signing a new deal.
Hart, 27, has reportedly been in discussions with the club over a possible new five-year deal since the summer. His present contract, worth a reported £80,000 per week, is due to expire in the summer of 2016.
Manuel Pellegrini, speaking on Friday at a press conference to preview Saturday's home clash with Everton, said: "I always said it is important for this club to keep Joe with us.
"He is a very good goalkeeper and not only a very good goalkeeper, he is a very important player for the squad also. So - maybe - in the next day you will have good news." Asked if that meant within 24 hours, Pellegrini said: "I can't say exactly the amount of hours, but the next day."
