Manchester City are reportedly lining up a big-money move for Benfica midfielder Javi Garcia.
The 25-year-old has impressed at the Estadio da Luz since leaving Real Madrid in 2009 and has caught the attention of the Premier League champions, who could be about to make a late offer for the player.
However, the Portuguese outfit are demanding offers for the Spaniard to be no less than his £24m buy-out clause.
Club president Pinto da Costa said: "Javi only leaves for this figure. It is non-negotiable."
City have only signed Jack Rodwell from Everton this summer, although the club are thought to be closing in on the capture of Swansea City's Scott Sinclair.
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Matt Cotton
Matt Cotton
