Real Madrid has been offered Julian Weigl by his agents with a move not going through until 2018.

Barcelona and Manchester City also have interest in Weigl, who is one of the world's best young defensive midfielders. While Barcelona and City expect to pursue Weigl in the summer of 2017, he would like to stay with Dortmund next season.

Weigl recently extended his deal with Dortmund until 2021.

Florentino Perez's good relationship with BVB CEO Hans-Joachim Watzke is likely to ensure Real Madrid have the best shot at landing Weigl.