Agent: Lavezzi will not leave Napoli for Man City

Manchester City have been told top transfer target Ezequiel Lavezzi will not be leaving Napoli this summer.

The Argentina striker is one of the most sought after players in Europe after firing his club to third in Serie A and one win away from qualifying for the Champions League - with Roberto Mancini reportedly topping his list of admirers.

But the 25-year-old's representative, Alejandro Mazzoni, has revealed his client wants to remain in Naples and test himself against some of Europe's super-powers next season.

Mazzoni told Italian station Kiss Radio: "Lavezzi want to play in the Champions League with Napoli - his intention is to play against Barcelona and Lionel Messi.

"I have not received any calls from any club, but if I were to, there would be nothing to negotiate."