Manchester City have emerged as the favourites to sign Benfica youngster Tiago Dantas.

The highly rated midfielder is seen as one of the biggest prospects in his age group.

With the 17-year-old out of contract next summer, Record suggests that City could be ready to swoop in.

It is not likely that a transfer would take place before the expiry of his contract, as City would rather nab the player on a free.

Dantas plays for Benfica B.