Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is reportedly adamant Ilkay Gundogan should remain at the club beyond this season.
The captain's contract at the Etihad Stadium expires at the end of the campaign and so far he has not signed a new deal. Reports have previously suggested Barcelona are interested in adding him to their squad.
Xavi is understood to see Gundogan as an ideal replacement for Sergio Busquets who confirmed he would be leaving the Camp Nou this week. However, Football Insider understands Guardiola is pushing the powers that be to renew the 32-year-old's agreement with City.
