For this reason, they have got down to wortk to renew him as soon as possible.
Barca are planning for a great season. Joan Laporta's side are trying to renew the squad with big names and that has made other big clubs nervous.
Man City, according to the 'Daily Star', are worried that Barcelona will go after midfielder Ilkay Gundogan. According to the cited source, Barca have him on their list of targets.
Gundogan's contract expires in June 2023 and he is key for Guardiola. He does not want to see him leave in 15 months time and he has told the board that.
According to the British paper, Man City are going to begin talks with Gundogan to get him to sign a new contract. The sooner the better.