Manchester City are reportedly eyeing Atletico Madrid midfielder Rodri this summer, as they seek to secure a long-term replacement for Fernandinho.
According to Eduardo Fernandez-Abascal and Rob Dawson of ESPN FC, City have also shown an interest in Atletico's Saul Niguez. However, they are now said to be facing serious competition for the player from Manchester United.
It's reported Rodri is considered a "perfect alternative target" to Saul and that Guardiola views him as an ideal successor to the veteran Brazilian.
"Sources have told ESPN FC that Guardiola believes Rodri would be more suited for the position as the 22-year-old is the real holding midfielder at Atletico Madrid with Saul playing in a more advanced role and even as a full-back and a centre-back," it's added.