Manchester City have been linked with the potential signing of Barcelona's midfielder Jordi Alba in recent weeks.

The Catalan giants are reportedly eyeing up Alba as a target for their summer transfer window, and it is believed that the 27-year-old could be set to leave Camp Nou this summer if his contract expires at the end of the season.

Alba has become one of the most reliable midfielders in Europe over the past few seasons, and he has helped Barcelona win the Champions League twice during his time at the club.

If Manchester City were to sign Alba, they would strengthen their defensive midfield and provide another option in attack. The Spaniard's experience and leadership qualities would also be valuable additions to the team.

However, there are still some obstacles to overcome before Alba becomes a certainty to join Manchester City. He is currently playing for Real Madrid and has not ruled out staying at the Bernabeu until the end of the season. Additionally, the transfer market can be unpredictable, and there may be other clubs interested in acquiring Alba.

Despite these challenges, Manchester City remain committed to strengthening their squad and adding quality players to their ranks. If Alba does decide to leave Barcelona, he will likely face stiff competition from other top teams in Europe.