Chelsea, Man City and Tottenham battle for Sampdoria's Obiang

Manchester City continue to track Sampdoria’s Spanish midfielder Pedro Obiang. 

The 20-year-old has been watched by the likes of Tottenham and Chelsea, while a number of other European clubs have expressed an interest. 

Obiang, who has made 12 appearances this season, joined Sampdoria in 2008 from Atletico Madrid, and speculation has been mounting since the begining of the season that he could return to his homeland. 

But last month his agent claimed his Italian club, who are 13th in Serie A, were under no pressure to sell. 

Jose Miguel Gonzalez said in November: 'We know that several Italian, English and Spanish clubs are following him, but Pedro is a mature guy and is thinking only about Sampdoria. 

'We are excited about the interest of other clubs, there are many rumours, but we have not spoken to anyone. 

'It’s early to talk about the market, Pedro works with humility and wants to help the team to climb up the table. Among February and April we will see what happens. 

'Samp is the team which have focused on him and we will always be grateful to them.' 

Roberto Mancini is also interested in Corinthians midfielder Paulinho. The Brazil international, 24, is valued at around £16m but City's boss may have to sell first. 

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Source: DailyMail