Matheus Nunes is facing disciplinary action from Wolverhampton Wanderers after stopping training as he bids to push through a move to Manchester City.
The Portugal attacking midfielder has told Wolves he wants to join Manchester City, who have had a £47 million bid for the player rejected.
But Wolves are adamant Nunes will not be leaving unless their valuation of at least £60 million is met as the Midlands club stand firm in the wake of City’s interest.
It is understood that Nunes did not train on Sunday or Monday.
Wolves are due to play Blackpool in the Carabao Cup second round at Molineux on Tuesday night.
Nunes is due to face disciplinary action as a result of his absence.
Wolves will bring the 25-year-old back into their squad after Friday’s transfer deadline has passed unless he leaves before then.
Nunes joined Wolves from Sporting Lisbon for £42 million 12 months ago and has four years left to run on his contract with the club.
City, who have also looked at Eberechi Eze at Crystal Palace, want to add another midfielder this week after losing talisman Kevin De Bruyne for four to five months through injury.
Pep Guardiola - who is currently recuperating in Barcelona after back surgery and missed Sunday’s 2-1 win at Sheffield United - has already signed Mateo Kovacic and Jeremy Doku this summer as well as defender Josko Gvardiol but is hoping for further reinforcements.
City wanted to sign Lucas Paqueta from West Ham but abandoned their pursuit after the Football Association began an investigation into alleged betting breaches by the Brazil midfielder.
Wolves have an interest in the City midfielder Tommy Doyle, who spent last season on loan at Sheffield United. That interest could be formalised were Nunes to join the Premier League and European champions.
Meanwhile, Barcelona are continuing to explore a loan deal for City full back Joao Cancelo.
