Manchester City CEO 'personally scouts Paulo Dybala'

Manchester City have reportedly begun to step up their interest in Juventus forward Paulo Dybala.

The Italian giants are said to be keen to keep Dybala in Turin for at least another season, but that has not stopped the Argentine being frequently linked with a move to another club.

Real Madrid are in the market for a new frontman and Dybala is allegedly on their radar, but according to Corriere dello Sport, City remain intent on signing the 25-year-old later in 2019.

The report claims that City CEO Ferran Soriano went to watch Dybala represent Juventus against Lazio last month, with the performance convincing City to make an approach for the player.

However, it is claimed that Juventus will only be prepared to entertain a sale if City are happy to part ways with up to €120m (£105.92m).