Manchester City are launching a stunning bid for Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba. The Daily Mail reports work at City has already begun on identifying Yaya Toure's long-term successor - and France star Pogba features highly among the candidates.
The former Manchester United youngster is already viewed as one of the best all-round midfielders in Europe, despite being only 21.
Juventus will demand a high price for Pogba, at least £40million, which would see City break their transfer record should the deal go through. It is currently £38m for Sergio Aguero from Atletico Madrid in 2011.
The Barclays Premier League champions are confident they are now in control of UEFA's Financial Fair Play regulations, allowing them to make such a big-money swoop.
Arsenal are also long-term admirers of Pogba, manager Arsene Wenger would jump at the chance to sign his compatriot.
