WFAN's Sweeny Murti reports that Kevin Youkilis is taking this weekend to make a decision between signing with the Yankees or Indians. The Yankees have offered Youkilis a one-year, $12 million deal, while the Indians have extended a two-year, $18 million pact. CBS Sports' Jon Heyman reported Saturday that Youkilis was leaning towards the Yankees' offer, but Murti indicates that the Indians may be the favorites, saying the pull of manager Terry Francona and Cleveland being close to his home could outweigh the bigger average annual value from the Yankees.

Jon Heyman of CBS Sports writes that it would be a "mild surprise" if Kevin Youkilis turns down the Yankees' offer. Heyman cites wanting to play for a contender and the fact that Youkilis "doesn't shy away from the limelight" as reasons why he'll accept the offer, so the news should be taken with a grain of salt. Youkilis has received a one-year, $12 million offer from the Yankees and a two-year, $18 million deal from the Indians this offseason. Barring something unforeseen, his decision will likely come down to one of those two teams.

ESPN's Buster Olney hears that the Indians' offer to Kevin Youkilis is for two years and $18 million. The veteran corner infielder will make a decision between that offer and the Yankees' one-year, $12 million offer. It's an interesting decision, as the Yanks are obviously offering a higher average annual value and the chance to play for a definite contender, while the Indians can give him an extra year and the opportunity to play for former manager Terry Francona. Youkilis would also play third base before likely being moved to the DH spot in New York, while he would stick to one position (first base) in Cleveland. He seems likely to pick someone before long.

MLB.com's Bryan Hoch reports that the Yankees have offered Kevin Youkilis a one-year, $12 million contract. The Indians -- along with any other team that might be interested -- will now have a chance to match or beat that proposal. Youkilis batted .235/.336/.409 with 19 home runs and 60 RBI in 122 games this summer between the Red Sox and White Sox. He'd start at third base in New York until Alex Rodriguez recovers from hip surgery.

Nick Cafardo of the Boston Globe writes that it looks like the Indians are "stepping up their intensity" in negotiations with free agent Kevin Youkilis. The market for infielders appears to be picking up now that Marco Scutaro, Jeff Keppinger and Eric Chavez are off the board. Youkilis reportedly has multiple one-year and multi-year offers on the board, though the identities of the teams aren't known. The Indians are interested in using him at first base while the Yankees are eyeing him as a potential stop-gap option at third base with hip surgery looming for Alex Rodriguez.

Alex Speier of WEEI.com reports that Kevin Youkilis has multiple contract offers on the table. The Yankees and Indians have been mentioned as possible landing spots for Youkilis over the past few days, but Speier hears that the Bombers aren't likely to pay the market rate, even on a one-year deal. The 33-year-old is willing to discuss one- and multi-year deals this winter after batting .235/.336/.409 with 19 home runs, 60 RBI and a .745 OPS in 122 games this past season between the Red Sox and White Sox.

Jack Curry of YES Network reports that the Yankees have spoken with Kevin Youkilis' agent. The Bombers are currently looking for a stop-gap option at third base with Alex Rodriguez expected to be out until midseason following hip surgery. Word is that Youkilis would consider a one-year deal at a premium amount, which seems to fit into the way the Yankees are doing business this offseason. It's a possibility if Youkilis can't find more appealing options elsewhere.

Paul Hoynes of the Cleveland Plain Dealer writes that the Indians have been in "consistent contact" with Kevin Youkilis' agent. Youkilis would play first base and be used some in the DH spot for the Tribe. They're one of a few teams interested in the veteran corner infielder, as the Phillies and Dodgers have him on their radar, and the White Sox would like to re-sign him. Youkilis batted only .235/.336/.409 this past season, but he did hit 15 homers over 80 games with Chicago.

Jon Paul Morosi of FOXSports.com reports that the Indians, Phillies and Dodgers have shown preliminary interest in free agent Kevin Youkilis. The Mariners and Marlins have also checked in, though it's unclear whether they are serious players. Youkilis is coming off a career-low .745 OPS, but his ability to play both first and third base should serve him well on the open market.

The Dodgers have expressed interest in signing free agent third baseman Kevin Youkilis. They join the Cubs, Indians, Phillies and White Sox as teams competing for the veteran infielder's services. Youkilis would only be a fit for the Dodgers if they elect to keep Hanley Ramirez at shortstop, rather than shifting him to third base to make room for Dee Gordon.