Guardiola and Mourinho to battle for Messi and Aubameyang

Transfer market Manchester a potential home for both superstars

Pep Guardiola and Jose Mourinho are believed to be interested in Borussia Dortmund's Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, while Manchester City are confident that Lionel Messi would pick them over Manchester United.

With Aubameyang expected to cost 83 million euros, it would be a British transfer record if he leaves Germany for England. 

Real Madrid were also thought to be keen on the Gabon international, but it appears the two English clubs have joined the race.

"The new managers of United and City both want the Borussia Dortmund striker," according to England's Daily Star newspaper.

"Unless there is a move by Real Madrid, the Manchester clubs are set to fight it out for Germany's Footballer of the Year."

The former Barcelona and Real coaches could also battle for Messi.

After United's interest in the Argentinian broke last week, The Manchester Evening News reported that City would expect Messi to pick them over their rivals.

"The club's hierarchy remain confident that if the Argentine superstar ever leaves Barcelona, he is only heading in one direction.

"City chief executive Ferran Soriano believes the Etihad will be Messi's first choice if he embarks on a new challenge."