Manchester City

My companions have been exceptional to me as well over this time, even though they knew that I was never going to join Manchester City.

Manchester City seems to have unlimited spending restraint and are attempting to have all-star quality at each position - two deep.

Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City were also waiting in the wings had Rodwell shown any indication of being ready to move.

Barcelona is trying to offload Ronaldinho with two years left on his contract, and Manchester City is one option.

Manchester City left-back Wayne Bridge is on the verge of signing with West Ham United after it was revealed he was in London for a medical.

Just as you think he's regaining something like his old Manchester City form he puts in another inconsistent performance.

The only concrete offer I received during my time at Manchester City was that of Milan.

Carlo Ancelotti admitted it was a tough game against Manchester City and had nothing but praise for the Brazilian duo who secured us a win.

He was outstanding against Wigan and outstanding against Arsenal. And against Tottenham and Manchester City, you want him in the midfield.

Martin Skrtel scored his only Liverpool goal so far a year ago this weekend - against Manchester City at Anfield.

It was at this point last season that United drew with Manchester City on the back of an international break .

But it would be nice to win the cup having got to Wembley and got through those semi-final ties against Manchester City.

Steven Gerrard today handed Liverpool a major injury boost after the captain revealed he is ready to take on Manchester City this weekend.

Indeed, only Manchester City have had more attempts at goal than Liverpool in the Barclays Premier League so far this season.

AC Milan and Manchester City have expressed interest in him, but a deal has yet to be reached that satisfies all parties.

The day the transfer of Kaka to Manchester City goes through will be marked down in history as the day football died.

And against Tottenham and Manchester City, you want him in the midfield.

Lazio president Claudio Lotito is ready to seal a permanent deal for on-loan Manchester City striker Rolando Bianchi.

Manchester City and Liverpool were also in the hunt for the 28-year-old, but it favoured Arsenal that Cole is settled living in London.

No sir! But the Manchester City I joined was a hole-in-the-sock sort of club.

Would I follow Kaka's example in turning down Manchester City? I would have to call God and then we would see.

They were a bit unlucky to score three goals at Manchester City last week and still end up losing the game.

Manchester City midfielder Patrick Vieira has indicated he could call time on his playing career as early as the end of the season.

"Chelsea, Manchester City, Spurs, Liverpool and Arsenal will all be fighting for top four, " he said.

"I'm not optimistic at all, but we have to do it for Darren, " he told his pre-Manchester City press conference.

Manchester City are trying to sign Didier Drogba from Chelsea, according to the Ivory Coast striker's agent.

Frank is fit to take his place in midfield against Manchester City in Chelsea's opening League game today.

I feel that Manchester City are a good side and Manchester United will maybe see that on Sunday.

There are a few clubs who have got more money than us. Real Madrid, United, Chelsea and obviously Manchester City have come on the scene.

Liverpool wing wizard target Shaun Wright-Phillips has been given permission to leave Manchester City.

One of those coaches, Roberto Mancini, is now at the world's richest club, Manchester City.

Manchester City have been repeatedly linked with a move for the player, with some reports claiming that they would double his wages.

Coincidentally, the Rome team Manchester City was also targeted again before Mutu, so the deal a bit more mysterious.

Yaya Toure believes Manchester City can be bigger than Barcelona in two years.

FURIOUS Roberto Mancini will strip Carlos Tevez of the Manchester City captaincy and force him to train with the reserves.

LONDON - ROBERTO Mancini believes Manchester City's FA Cup triumph can be the launchpad for an assault on next season's Premier League.

At the moment we are 12 points behind Manchester United and Manchester City - that's not realistic to say today that we will win the league.

The Gunners now face UEFA Champions League-chasing Manchester City at the weekend and Silvestre is determined to bounce back with a win.

Lokomotiv Moscow hope to sign Manchester City striker Felipe Caicedo after missing out on Stuttgart's Ciprian Marica.

The striker is not concerned by having such a short time to recover after playing league leaders Manchester City yesterday.

It should be noted that Paul Calf (pictured above) was an avid Manchester City fan. Ouch.

Manchester City captain, Tevez should return as he was rested for the Europa Cup tie against Juventus in Turin.

The Scot was close to signing Gael Clichy from Arsenal, but the Frenchman decided a move to Manchester City was in his best interests.

In November a fire caused by a cigarette end destroyed the Main Stand, and Manchester City began to seek a new home.

The realistic contenders for the last Champions League spot are Manchester City, Liverpool, Tottenham Hotspur and Aston Villa.

Arsenal lost at home to Chelsea on Sunday and then crashed out of the Carling Cup at Manchester City on Wednesday.

Aly Cissokho has moved a step closer to joining Liverpool after Manchester City pulled out of the race to sign the Lyon left-back.

James Milner, Manchester City's latest midfielder, also called for the United man to make himself available again.

Carra insists the mood is positive ahead of the visit of Manchester City next weekend as a number of players recuperate from injury.

The Manchester City left back Wayne Bridge's had a hernia operation, is likely now to miss the rest of the season.

At this point time dealing with them, for Manchester City is indeed a great test.

The Manchester City striker was recently excused Europa League duty at Juventus to protect him from a barrage of boos.

The wages-to-turnover ratio is still extremely healthy compared to the club's rivals, in particular Manchester City and Chelsea.

The Newcastle chief phoned his Manchester City counterpart to find out if he wanted the England ace but was told not to worry.

will not prevent him from playing in this weekend's Premiership opener with Manchester City.

In a statement, the Manchester City captain thanked club owner Sheikh Mansour for his "understanding and support" .

With the exception of Manchester City, frugality simply had to be all the rage in the close season.

Liverpool and Manchester City are monitoring the progress of Michael Mancienne with a view to making a transfer bid.

Joe Hart, who has joined on a season-long loan from Manchester City, is another player eager to make up for lost time.

Walcott has since featured as a substitute against Manchester City and Porto, but is yet to make a start for the Gunners.

Roberto Mancini has caused a stir in the United States by claiming Manchester City are interested in the USA forward Landon Donovan.

"Manchester City have to offer much more for Chiellini. Should they do that, we would look for another defender, " reasoned Ranieri.

United's youngsters face Manchester City at the City of Manchester Stadium on Thursday in a mouthwatering Youth Cup quarter final tie.

Coach Pep Guardiola had hoped to keep Toure as cover for Busquets, but the Ivorian decided to move to Manchester City.

Against Manchester City I was not right to play. I spoke with the coach and he understood my position. It was better for the team.

Chelsea have reportedly placed Mark Hughes on a two-man shortlist to become their new boss and will rival Manchester City for his signature.

Kolo Toure revealed last month that his feud with Gallas had driven him to quit the club for Manchester City last summer.

Wenger would have thought the young Brazilian could be tested following his suspect showings against Manchester City in the Carling Cup.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has cooled rumours that he could trade AC Milan for Manchester City at the end of the season.

Glasgow reality show in Italy in appearance, she was Manchester City striker Balotelli's former girlfriend.

One of the season's biggest disappointments has been the sight of Given picking up splinters on the Manchester City bench.

I played in the Reserves last week, and of course at Manchester City for the first-team, so things are back on track.

Sven-Goran Eriksson has bought a few players - how do you think Manchester City will do?

Albert Riera claims Liverpool can turn up the pressure on Manchester City by winning at Eastlands this afternoon.

Arsenal cruised into the FA Youth Cup Final with an emphatic victory over Manchester City at Emirates Stadium.

What about other clubs? You recently raised doubts about Manchester City's sponsorship deal on your twitter site.

Manchester City are next up for Liverpool and Carroll when Roberto Mancini's men visit Anfield on Monday night.

The likes of Chelsea and Manchester City will lose key players when the tournament takes place in Angola between January 10-31.

But while naming the Reds possible competition for the title, the Spanish striker opted not to mention Manchester City.

Manchester City and Adriano's former club Parma have both been linked with a move for the powerful hitman.

Juan Mata could become the next international star to join Manchester City when the summer transfer window opens.

With second-placed Manchester City not playing until Sunday, the champions can widen the gap as they host Wolverhampton Wanderers.

As of this evening, Manchester City are leading the race for Ronaldinho, having officially opened talks with Barcelona.

Roberto Mancini insists his Manchester City team are now equipped to deal with qualification for the Champions League.

Manager Rafael Benitez said: 'We knew Manchester City and Chelsea were making offers. We had to be quick and we were. '

Ivica Olic is keen to open talks about extending his stay at Bayern Munich despite interest from Manchester City.

If you look at the goals they scored, it was similar in a way to what happened at Manchester City.

Arsenal play Manchester City at the Emirates on 24 April, then visit Blackburn, and end their campaign with a home game against Fulham.

Arsenal can confirm that the transfer of Emmanuel Adebayor to Manchester City has been completed for an undisclosed fee.

Former Arsenal, Manchester City and France midfielder Patrick Vieira has announced his retirement as a player.

Attentions now turn to the Champions League and FA Cup as the Reds prepare to take on Chelsea and Manchester City respectively.

Wayne Bridge should start against Arsenal after signing on loan from Manchester City until the close of the season.

It is vital that we get off to a good start against Manchester City on Sunday and show our intentions in defending the title.

Against Manchester City I think I had a quite good game and felt really fit and strong. I was really ready for it.

At similar times this campaign - at Middlesbrough, Manchester City and Blackburn Rovers - United have crumbled. Not this time though.

One of the northbound lanes was open again by the end of the FA Cup semi-final, which finished 1-0 to Manchester City.

When Villa arrived at Barcelona, I thought about Ibra, just like when Balotelli joined Manchester City, Robinho came to my mind.

Adam Johnson is the big deal as the transfer window closes, moving from Middlesbrough to Manchester City.

Manchester City are in talks with Chelsea over a deal for Wayne Bridge, Sky Sports News sources understand.

that behind having experienced a wonderful opening , bianchi discovers him is far away from the manchester city ' s first team.

The resolution of Terry's long-term future at the club after Manchester City came calling and, eventually, were rebuffed provided relief.

Many of his friends were in gangs but he wanted a different life and volunteered for the Manchester City community Kickz programme.

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini believes that it was vital to resolve the uncertainty surrounding the future of Carlos Tevez.

Manchester City's unhappy Brazil international Robinho is to join his former club Santos on a six-month loan.

The 21-year-old ought not to despair, particularly if he is galvanised by the rise of Manchester City.

It is also understood that the prospect of joining Manchester City concerned the striker, and that he had few alternatives.

The Blues start their bid for a hat-trick of titles at home to Manchester City on Sunday.

Manchester City midfielder Nigel de Jong believes his club's victory in the pre-season Dublin Super Cup bodes well for the campaign ahead.

Lazio coach Delio Rossi is delighted with the form of on-loan Manchester City striker Rolando Bianchi.

Manchester City striker Rolando Bianchi has confessed his disappointment at failing to prove himself during last term's loan spell at Lazio.

Samir Nasri has claimed that training at Manchester City is more intense and a "level above Arsenal" .

Inter and Manchester City have eventually reached an agreement over the transfer of striker Mario Balotelli, according to latest reports.

Sensational rumours from the peninsula suggest that Manchester City will launch a bumper bid for Juventus goalkeeper Gigi Buffon.

But then we went away to Blackburn where I scored my first goal, and then I got my first at St. James'Park against Manchester City.

Manchester City still harbour that ambition too, and face a more difficult task away to Villarreal.

Hicks is determined to drive down Liverpool's debt and says he will operate the Anfield giant as a 'smart club' unlike Manchester City.

We made a small piece of history for Manchester City. We start now.

Former Gunners captain William Gallas is a target for Juventus and AC Milan while defender Kolo Toure is wanted by Manchester City.

Shay Given has been ruled out for the season at Manchester City.

Manchester City and Argentina star Sergio Aguero has handed both club and country a boost by declaring himself fit and ready for action.

Manchester City have decided to retire their number 23 shirt in tribute to Marc-Vivien Foe.

Ever since revealing my Manchester City existential crisis, I've been inundated with messages from friends and enemies.

The Reds number 5 was on the bench at Stamford Bridge after making his comeback for the reserves at Manchester City last week.

Chelsea stars Joe Cole and Arjen Robben have welcomed the impending arrival of Shaun Wright-Phillips from Manchester City.

It's absurd to suggest these things and write. Even Manchester City had released a statement stating they haven't contacted anyone.

Manchester City, Liverpool and Chelsea have all now, in principle, reached the asking price for the 25-year-old Argentine.

The 28-year-old is believed to have offers from Serie A side AC Milan and Premier League duo Manchester City and Chelsea.

"I'm a Manchester City fan, and proud of it, " Mary replied.

Rafael Benitez has launched an attack on Gareth Barry, calling him greedy for choosing to move to Manchester City.

The Serbia international winger has turned down a move to Manchester City whose offer CSKA accepted earlier this month.

Manchester City fear the attendance for tonight's Europa League second-leg clash with Dynamo Kiev will be their lowest ever at Eastlands.

Up to 2, 000 rioters have gone on the rampage through Manchester city centre tonight.

The Manchester City striker had previously thought about hanging up his boots next year, but that appears unlikely.

Sheffield United manager has said that Blackwill to the former Manchester City player to carry out severe punishment.

Premier League clubs collectively had a wages-to-revenue ratio of 67% in 2008-09; at Manchester City, it was a whopping 95%.

Do you think a lot more teams will fall victim to the likes of Spurs and Manchester City this season?

Manchester City manager Mark Hughes expects Gareth Barry to shrug off a groin problem and face Liverpool on Saturday.

Despite goals against Newcastle and Manchester City on his return he is yet to start a Premier League game this season.

EVERTON has turned down a transfer request from Joleon Lescott with Manchester City poised to improve its offer for the England defender.

Chelsea have today (Wednesday) agreed terms with Manchester City for the transfer of Tal Ben-Haim.

Arsenal striker Emmanuel Adebayor has been granted a work permit for his move to Manchester City.

Manchester City defender Micah Richards is targeting revenge over Manchester United in the FA Cup semi-finals.

Manchester City have told Joe Hart that he must return to Eastlands next season to challenge Shay Given for the No 1 spot.

The Stamford Bridge club are expecting an improved third bid for the player from Manchester City.

Vincent Kompany is adamant Manchester City have the unity to sustain their title challenge this season.

Wenger will pick the Pole for Saturday's clash with Manchester City and he expects the 25-year-old to prove his critics wrong.

We have invested massively, we have put more money in than anyone other than Manchester City, with the craziness they have got.

Manchester is now a color is blue, the blue of Manchester City!

Manchester City are likely to gate-crash the traditional big four clubs of the English Premiership this season.

The agent of Dani Alves says no offer from Manchester City has arrived for the Barcelona fullback.

Dirk Kuyt has said that Liverpool are not afraid of Manchester City's millions, despite the signings they continue to make.

The former Udinese man did find the target last night with a rasping drive in Juve's 1-1 Europa League draw at Manchester City.

This year's final is a needle match between Manchester City and their old rivals Manchester United.

Liverpool'stop-four hopes could be further dashed if Manchester City beat Evertonat Eastlands tonight.

But the manager is unsure about the fitness levels of both players for the weekend trip to Manchester City.

It's over now, so I have to focus on the next game on Saturday against Manchester City.

Mario Balotelli insists he is enjoying his time at Manchester City and believes the club can win the Premier League title this season.

Lamb also confirmed Boro's interest in Manchester City's Sylvain Distin and Brett Emerton of Blackburn.

Manchester City will be without Carlos Tevez and Patrick Vieira for Sunday's clash with Liverpool at Eastlands.

One player, AC Milan's Kaka, has attracted an eye-watering bid of as much as $150 million from the Arab-funded English club Manchester City.

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini was happy with a point after his side drew 0-0 with Liverpool at Eastlands.

Tottenham Hotspur have the chance to move level on points with second-placed Manchester City as they host Everton.

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini confirmed in his pre-Arsenal match press conference that a fee with Wolfsburg has been settled.

Manchester City could have used someone like Rooney on Saturday.

Inter Milan are planning a shock summer move for Manchester City left back Aleksandar Kolarov.

Mark Hughes has revealed that Manchester City have agreed a fee with Chelsea for left-back Wayne Bridge.

Yossi Benayoun's agent, Ronen Katsav, insists his client is happy at Liverpool despite reported interest from Manchester City.

It is claimed that Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur are both interested in acquiring the services of the 28-year-old.

They have rattled up two victories over Sparta Prague and edged out then leaders Manchester City at Emirates Stadium.

Meanwhile, Manchester City captain, Vincent Kompany is a major doubt.

Roberto Mancini maintains Manchester City are aiming to win two trophies this season.

Chelsea and Liverpool lost, Manchester United and Manchester City drew.

So a no nonsense 2-0 win against struggling Manchester City would be a sensible start to the three crucial games in six days.

Against Manchester City and Chelsea they secured home wins by using a high-tempo, pressure game to unnerve their opponents.

Celta Vigo have reached an agreement to sell highly rated 17-year-old Denis Suarez to Manchester City, the Spanish club has announced.

I would say, financially, they are the most well-run club in the league, barring Manchester City.

So, come on Manchester City, take advantage and win your Saturday derby , and keep the title race open.

Sir Alex Ferguson is reportedly planning an ambitious bid to bring Manchester City defender Micah Richards to Old Trafford.

The Carling Cup semi-final with Manchester City in January will give Darron two more opportunities to prove his first team mettle.

The Italy No 1 has been linked with moves to Manchester City, Arsenal and Bayern Munich in the last month.

I hoped not to publish this since I was hoping for a big change in the Manchester City game.

Amusingly, the decisive penalty was converted by Daniel van Buyten, who had a brief spell with Manchester City five years ago.

He joined Manchester City on 11 February 1928, and made his debut the following year against Middlesbrough.

There's a big buzz around Manchester City too after a summer of heavy investment but Sagna is not concerned by their spending power.

Foster is 28 and was unhappy at being understudy to Manchester City's Joe Hart.

Lukasz Fabianski was third after a string of fine displays in goal, notably at Manchester City.

Manchester City are preparing an astonishing 50m pound deal to take defender Gerard Pique from Barcelona.

Arsenal can confirm that they have agreed terms for Samir Nasri to move to Manchester City.

Robinho has said his loan move from Manchester City to Santos has helped his form for Brazil.

Argentina striker Sergio Aguero has confirmed that he has joined English club Manchester City.

Jay Spearing admits Liverpool's Euro hopes will be shaped by tonight's clash with Manchester City.

Manchester City are closing in on the signing of Barcelona defender Dani Alves?

Mancini said: "I am happy Aston Villa spent that money on Bent. It shows that it is not just Manchester City doing it. "

One target for Hodgson could be Manchester City's Wayne Bridge.

He appeared as a substitute in the 3-2 Community Shield win over Manchester City but was subsequently injured in training.

According to reports Manchester City are still interested in Inter Milan ace Wesley Sneijder.

The flags will be handed out free to supporters of Stoke and Manchester City at today's FA Cup final.

According to reports Manchester City will face a battle with Chelsea FC in the summer to land Ajax defender Gregory van der Wiel.

What Manchester City did at White Hart Lane last Sunday put down a proper marker.

French midfielder Dabo returned to the Stadio Olimpico having left for Manchester City in 2006.

It is a blow for Manchester City as well.

United's Carling Cup semi-final first leg against Manchester City has been postponed.

In their version, Carlitos trudged across town to join Manchester City because the champions just weren't showing him enough love.

He later moved to Barcelona before returning to the Premier League with Manchester City in 2009.

And Mr Thaksin, through a series of stunts such as bidding for Britain's Manchester City football club, has ensured he is not forgotten.

Instead, Villa sold midfielder James Milner to Manchester City for $41 million.

Manchester City have 10 days to agree a loan deal with AC Milan for AWOL striker Carlos Tevez.

I'm currently at Piccadilly, which is the main street through Manchester city centre.

Midfielders Mark Bresciano and Fabio Simplicio have moved to Palermo while target man Bernardo Corradi is with Manchester City.

Well, what a setback to Manchester City's top four ambitions, but what a good night for Everton.

The Chelsea striker snubbed his manager after being substituted during the 1-0 win at Manchester City last night.

Mr Thaksin himself has kept a low profile, busying himself with Manchester City, the English football team he owns.

Tottenham have won 19 Premier League matches against Manchester City. Only Arsenal, with 20, have beaten City on more occasions.

Real Madrid will make a fresh approach to Manchester City for Emmanuel Adebayor on Tuesday.

Maybe a couple of draws against Stoke, but they are hard games, and Manchester City.

There is nothing we can do about this result now. The lads will reflect on it and we have a very big game coming up against Manchester City.

When on 23 October Manchester United suffered a shocking defeat by Manchester City (6-1) I found something terribly wrong with the headline.

Are Manchester City a threat to not only the top 4, but the top 3 as well?

Manchester City's Emmanuel Adebayor celebrates in front of Arsenal fans after scoring.

Javier Mascherano believes Liverpool must adopt a 'clever' approach in order to end Manchester City's unbeaten home record on Sunday.

Newcastle manager Alan Pardew could be without Hatem Ben Arfa against Manchester City.

Romelu Lukaku has not agreed to join Manchester City because they do not need him, his agent said today.

They are close as well as Everton and Manchester City.

Manchester City may regret letting Daniel Sturridge slip away.

It doesn't surprise me that a lot of big players have turned down Manchester City.

Manchester City have never contacted the player. Whatever has been written this morning is worse than rubbish.

In 1956, Manchester City won the team's third FA Cup trophies, and create a glorious era.

He's already played against Manchester City and I think he did very well.

Manchester City reached the FA Cup Final for the first time in 30 years with victory over derby rivals Manchester United at Wembley.

He added: "It will be a tough game as Sunderland beat Manchester City 2-1 last week so they will be in good spirits. "

CARLOS TEVEZ has told Manchester City: I quit.

The real Mancunians support Manchester City!

Bolton gave a debut at right-back to Dedryck Boyata, on loan from Manchester City.

"We have a good away record at Manchester City and I am backing Rafa's team to win the game, " Kennedy told Liverpoolfc. tv.

Manchester City have a balance of creativity and muscle which Arsenal and Spurs don't have.

In the end, I was not involved at all when he went to Manchester City.

He started to play there only with me [and now with Manchester City].

Arsene Wenger defended his decision to stick with his Young Guns after Arsenal lost 3-0 to Manchester City in the Carling Cup.

Only Chelsea (7) have kept more clean sheets than Sunderland and Manchester City (both 4).

So I don't know if Manchester City can perform right at the top level, but maybe they can.

Other major clubs, such as Manchester City and Aston Villa, have also passed into foreign hands in recent years.

AC Milan have lost another friendly game, this time against Manchester City (0-1).

Some teams like Manchester City and United are already on top, so if we want to stick to them we have to win game after game.

"Me at Manchester City? Well, I say nothing, " the 29-year-old told La Gazzetta dello Sport.

Shay Given, who has been dislodged by Joe Hart as Manchester City's No1, is also on Wenger's radar.

I went to Manchester City but I knew my quality and I wanted to play Champions League again.

Villa, Spurs and Manchester City are all doing well and we know we must compete with them for fourth place.

In order to knock Manchester City out we needed a perfect performance and for them to make a lot of errors.

Manchester City claim that most of their fans come from Manchester, but they only have a 44, 000 average attendance.

The Ronaldinho saga is intensifying with news that if Milan don't match Manchester City's offer within 48 hours, he'll go to Eastlands.