Chelsea and Real Madrid Battle it Out for Yaya Toure

Chelsea and Real Madrid are reportedly fighting it out for the signature of Manchester City defender Yaya Toure.The 29-year-old former Barcelona midfielder is rumoured to have threatened to buy out his contract at the Etihad Stadium if he isn't offered improved terms.FIFA rules stipulate that any player who is over the age of 28, has played for their club for at least three years and has not been offered a new deal has the right to buy out their own contract - effectively making them a free transfer for interested parties.Meanwhile, Toure's City team-mate Sergio Aguero is reported to be struggling with life in the north of England. He has separated from his wife during his time at Manchester City, and his wife has moved back to Spain with their four-year-old son.If the rumours coming from Spain are to be believed, Real Madrid president Florentino Perez would be happy to take both players to the Bernebeu. But Los Blancos face stiff competition for the services of Toure, as sources close to the club suggest The Blues may be on the verge of lodging a £22 million bid for the player. Toure has been one of the star performers at Eastlands recently, so City are expected to put up a fight to keep him in Manchester.You can get all your Manchester City tickets via the secure payment system at LiveFootballTickets.