City, who lost left - back Gael Clichy
at the
end of last
season after his contract with the club
expired, had reportedly offer # 40M for the defender as they look to tighten their defence ahead
of next season,
however the Ligue 1 champions are, as per Sky Sports, valuing the player
at more than # 50M.
However, with Dani Alves» contract
expiring at the
end of next season, Barca are keen on bringing him back to the club as the Brazilian's successor.