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Ched Evans future with the Citizens
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While the talk around Eastlands is typically of new acquisitions, much of the young talent has been relegated to the back burner. It is swirling cauldron in my opinion and one I prefer not to think of in support of the young developing player however it is foregone conclusion that many highly quality players might [...]
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rumours swirling on Shay Given and Diego
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A litany of media sources are reporting two major moves by Manchester City that while formally unsubstantiated by the club have been independently validated as factual. While there are still a number of players linked to a move to the Citizens, it is expected that the club will proceed with a £25m offer for Diego [...]
Category: Team NewsCitizens proves their commitment with Nigel de Jong purchase
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It simply astounds me how the mainstream media has spiraled down and relies upon “feeds” for documents without ever considering the content but overjoyed to stack a sensationalist title to it. What is now called “journalism” is a pale shadow of its former shelf as larger outlets in a lustful desire for “fresh content” forget [...]
Category: Team News“help our team move to the next level”
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The matter of Robinho’s absence from training camp has been blown far out of proportion by the media and although it has been discussed in-length by all parties, Mr. Robson de Souza has once again expressed his commitment to the club with the following statement on his official web-site:
“I like living in Manchester and I [...]
Category: Team NewsMark Hughes sets the record straight
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With firm control of the situation, Mark Hughes calmed reports, albeit misguided ones, of the clubs relationship with Robinho unwinding stating via the Citizens web-site:
“Robbie left without permission, he felt that he had personal things that he needed to attend to. He made the decision to leave the camp, and go back to Brazil. That [...]
Category: Team NewsMark Hughes opinion of the Kaká situation
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While the events surrounding the unwinding of Kaká situation keep been derailed in the media as certain parties try to “spin” what really happened with a player and AC Milan into moral decision, the truth of the matter was that it was purely a business move that was derailed by those with a hidden agenda. [...]
Category: Team News“He’s a great man”
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Of the many very surprising events of this campaign is the development of Stephen Ireland. Not only has his play showed extraordinary growth and the young man, once so troubled off the pitch has matured, dare I say, into a leader. His maturation under the Mark Hughes is nothing short of stunning and one of [...]
Category: Team NewsKieran Trippier and Andrew Tutte honoured
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With all the talk of transfers and massive acquisitions, the backbone of Manchester City, its Academy is often forgotten in the media. And although the club will grow and expand, the development of youth in the region pays rich dividends not merely for the club or the sport but true citizenry as well.
Supporters of [...]
Category: Team NewsGarry Cook on transfer matters
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Gary Cook, in speaking of the clubs attempts in the transfer market commented on a number of business points:
“Contrary to many opinions it is harder for us to do business. That’s because the expectations are so high and people look at the finances resources as the ticket to success.
“That’s truly not the case – the [...]
Category: Team NewsNigel de Jong DEAL DONE!
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The deal to bring Nigel de Jong to Manchester City from Hamburger SV has been finalized with a rumoured fee of €19.5m.
The 24-year-old Netherlands international signed a four year agreement with the club and is leaving for Tenerife training camp shortly. He said via the club web-site:
“I feel very good and for [...]
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