Report: Lille want to extend Lopes loan

Lille have reportedly opened talks with Manchester City about the possibility of keeping Marcos Lopes for another season.

Despite Lille's struggles to find consistency in Ligue 1 this season, Lopes has taken full advantage of the opportunity to play regularly by becoming a key player for Rene Girard's side.

According to the Daily Mail, the French club are eager to secure another season-long loan deal for the 19-year-old, who joined City from Benfica in 2011.

However, the attacking midfielder's contract with City expires next summer, and a second loan spell could depend on whether the Premier League champions can persuade him to sign a new deal.

Lopes has made 18 appearances in all competitions this season.