Inter given green light in pursuit of City midfielder

Inter could make a move for out of favour Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure, according to the Manchester Evening News.

The Serie A side were recently bought out by Chinese investors and will now look to strengthen accordingly this summer in a big to usurp rivals Juventus in Italy.

Toure is keen to stay and fight for his place in the City squad, but may look for a reunion with Inter manager Roberto Mancini.

Incoming City boss Pep Guardiola may also look to cash in on the experienced Ivorian following the arrival of Ilkay Gundogan, while another midfielder remains a priority.

His preference is to stay in the Premier League, but Inter have made the 33-year-old their top transfer target this summer following their recent takeover.

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