Manchester City will pay the release clause of Barcelona star Sergi Roberto.

That is according to Don Balon, who say the Blues are ready to fork out the €40million required to take prise midfielder Roberto away from the Nou Camp.

The 25-year-old came through the youth ranks at La Masia, making his senior debut in 2010.

Roberto has proved his worth with his versatility, featuring both in midfield and at left-back and right-back with regularity during his time in Catalonia.

See the rest of the transfer stories from Monday's papers below...

Stories from Monday's Daily Mirror

Pirlo has called time on his playing career (
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AFP)

Andrea Pirlo refuses to rule out Chelsea coaching role after announcing he will retire at end of MLS season

Belgium's Kevin De Bruyne complains he hasn't played on a pitch so bad since he was 7 after thrilling win in Sarajevo

Holland boss Dick Advocaat's arrogant prediction comes back to bite him with World Cup exit imminent

Former Russia star sends message to England fans about hooliganism ahead of Russia World Cup 2018

Why Harry Winks is already an England fan favourite and a trend-setter after impressive debut in Lithuania

Transfer news and gossip from other sites and papers

Juve are reportedly plotting to give Sandro a new deal (
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Getty)

Chelsea target Alex Sandro is being lined up for a new deal at Juventus (Gazzetta)

Manchester United face competition from PSG to keep hold of David De Gea (Le10 Sport)

Arsenal are keen on Paraguay international Miguel Almiron, currently playing in MLS (Calciomercato)