'I'd like to stay here!' - Joao Cancelo admits that he is desperate to make Barcelona move this summer but Catalan club must strike deal with Manchester City

Cancelo moved out of Manchester City for the second time on a loan spell ahead of the 2023/24 season as he joined Barcelona. Now the Portuguese full-back has expressed his desire to continue at the Catalan club, given that he idolises former Barca superstar Ronaldinho.

Speaking to Gazzetta dello Sport, the defender said, "I was lucky enough to play for only big teams. I am proud of my career because nobody has ever gifted me anything. I’ve conquered everything with sacrifice.

"I know nothing yet [about the future], but I’d like to stay here. I grew up watching Ronaldinho’s Barcelona. He’s my idol. I am proud to wear this jersey, and there aren’t other clubs I can join, right?"

Earlier, SPORT reported that Manchester City are likely to demand a transfer fee of €30m (£25m) to permanently sell Cancelo in the summer. Now the latest report claims that the Catalan giants are ready to negotiate a deal in the region of €15m (£13m/$16m) to €20 million (£17m/$22m) to secure his services permanently.

The 29-year-old has regularly started for Xavi's side this season and will be next seen in action on Wednesday as the club take on Napoli in the second leg of the Champions League round of 16 fixture.