Manchester City have told Barcelona to forget about a new loan for Joao Cancelo.
Both Barca and Cancelo are keen to continue together next season after last term's loan.
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The Catalans would prefer a new 12-month temporary deal, but City are insisting on a straight sale.
Sport says City want £20-25m to sell the Portugal international.
But Barca are insisting they do not have the available cash for an immediate deal and instead would be open to a loan with an obligation to buy arrangement for a set fee.