Pep Guardiola has refused to be drawn on suggestions that Manchester City are in pole position to capture the signature of Erling Haaland this summer.
The Borussia Dortmund striker - often linked to Liverpool - has been in red hot form this season, plundering 23 goals in 22 appearances across all competitions and is widely regarded as one of the most sought-after players in European football.
But when Guardiola was asked about the prospect of the Norwegian forward joining Manchester City at the end of the season, he offered a prickly response to reporters.