Pep Guardiola is actively seeking a replacement for Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart and has his eyes set on Sporting Lisbon's Rui Patricio, claims the Mirror.
The Catalan has reportedly been eyeing a new starting shot-stopper who is comfortable using his feet all summer, and remains unconvinced by Hart's ability to do so.
And after leaving the England international out of his side's opening day clash with Sunderland, reports have intensified that Guardiola is determined to bring Rui Patricio to England.
The Euro 2016 winner has a €45 million buy-out clause with Sporting – well within City's financial means.
And the 28-year-old has been identified by Guardiola as a cheaper option to Barcelona's Marc-Andre ter Stegen.
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