Manchester United and Manchester City have been dealt a significant blow in their pursuit of Monaco's Maghnes Akliouche after the forward revealed his desire to stay with the club next season.
The 23-year-old has risen through the ranks with the Ligue 1 outfit and has now enjoyed two impressive campaigns in the first team. Thirty one appearances yielded 12 goal contributions last term but the youngster has bettered that total this season with seven goals and 12 assists in 42 outings.
