Isco en route to Manchester City?

Malaga midfielder Isco is being lined up to join Manchester City in the summer, according to reports.

After disposing of Roberto Mancini, Manchester City are understood to be close to appointing Malaga boss Manuel Pellegrini as his replacement.

Malaga confirmed on Wednesday that Pellegrini will be allowed to leave the club in the summer, and The Sun understands that Isco will join his current boss at the Etihad.

Isco, who made his international debut for Spain in February, is said to have a £27m release clause in his Malaga contract.