European champions Barcelona are yet to come up with an offer that will guarantee they retain their captain, Carles Puyol.

Manchester City have been publically pursuing Puyol, and despite the successes of last season, the defender is still weighing up the options presented by City's massive offer.

The 31-year-old's contract with Barca expires next year, and he has delayed sitting down with the club to pen an extension.

Puyol's teammate Samuel Eto'o was also a recent City target after the Cameroonian voiced his displeasure with a new Barcelona contract that did not involve an increase in wages.

Puyol has often stated his desire to remain with the Blaugrana for his entire career, but reports suggest that he may be tempted by the prospect of a new challenge and the incredibly high wages Manchester City are prepared to offer.

August is set to be the crucial month for the deal, with City making the nuances of their deal clear, and Puyol holding talks with the club over his future at Camp Nou.