And, according to Spanish daily El Mundo, Guardiola made a serious approach to sign him at the height of Catalan political crisis. It’s suggested City were ready to cough up around £220m for the transfer. Lionel Messi has broken his armThe Argentina international would have also been in line for an astronomical salary. Lionel Messi was wanted by Man CityMessi is currently back in light training as he recovers from his broken arm. It's suggested Messi could feature against Atletico Madrid on November 11.

Source: Express November 02, 2018 19:16 UTC