Brahim Diaz reportedly finds himself 'trapped' between coach Pep Guardiola and agent Pere Guardiola as he deliberates over his Manchester City future.
City face losing another one of their prospects, as was the case with Jadon Sancho to Borussia Dortmund, as Diaz is wanted by Real Madrid.
The 19-year-old is out of contract at the end of the season and will be available for a small compensation fee should Madrid make an approach.
Pep Guardiola stressed last week that the Citizens are keen to keep Diaz at the Etihad Stadium, but brother Pere may play a major role in taking the starlet to the Spanish capital.
Marca reports that Pere is the director of Media Base Sports, who will begin negotiations with a series of clubs - including City - to determine where the Spaniard ends up next season.
Diaz has made five Premier League appearances for City, but he is yet to feature in the top flight this season.
Daniel Lewis
