Manchester City 'Closely Monitoring' Sergio Ramos Ahead Of Potential Free Transfer In The Summer

Manchester City want to sign Sergio Ramos on a free transfer in the summer with Real Madrid yet to offer the star defender a new deal.

City are 'closely monitoring' Ramos' contract situation with an eye to snapping him up as a free agent at the end of the season, according to ESPN.

Reports say a deal for the Spaniard would be 'complicated' but the Blues are willing to enter talks to complete the transfer.

Pep Guardiola is a fan of Ramos and would be keen on a transfer to bring him to England.

The report continues by claiming the club see the 34-year-old as a top player who would be an 'interesting' option to provide leadership and experience at the back.

Finally, the Premier League club are prepared to meet Ramos' financial demands, though they are aware that the most likely scenario is that he extends his stay in the Spanish capital.

However, they want to be in pole position should contract talks break down.

City are not the only English side after Ramos as Tottenham manager Jose Mourinho is keeping tabs on the veteran defender.

Speaking about the player's contract situation, Zinedine Zidane said he wants all contracts to be sorted out as soon as possible.

"We all want [contracts to be signed]," he told reporters on Saturday.

"We want the situation to be sorted as quickly as possible.

"It's in everyone's interests, it would be good for everyone, so hopefully it can be sorted out quickly."

Ramos has been at Real Madrid since 2005 following his £24 million switch from Sevilla.

He's amassed over 400 appearances for the club, winning five La Liga and four Champions League titles during his illustrious career.