David Silva is set to join up with City following the World Cup, after agreeing a five year contract. Valencia will receive a fee believed to be in the region of £28m.
Archive for June, 2010
Uefa release Financial Fair Play regulations
25th June 2010
Slipping out quietly yesterday were Uefa’s Financial Fair Play regulations. These could have a bigger impact on City’s ability to compete at the highest level than anything done by United or Real Madrid, etc.
Speculation mounts that David Silva transfer could be confirmed shortly
24th June 2010
Whilst some reports claim City have agreed a fee with Valencia and need to convince David Silva, others have said City have yet to agree a fee but are in discussions with the player. The latest on Twitter and in the Spanish press says a deal could be annonced shortly.
Yaya Toure set for medical after World Cup
23rd June 2010
Todays Sport.es reports that Yaya Toure will complete his signing for City following a medical due to take place after the Ivory Coast’s World Cup exit. Sven’s side are likely to bow out on Friday unless Portugal lose to Brazil and the Ivorians score a hatful of goals against North Korea.
Yaya Toure deal edges closer
20th June 2010
While Yaya Toure has been preparing for tonight’s game against Brazil, the deal to bring him to City appears close to conclusion. El Mundo Deportivo reports that the deal could be announced on Monday.
Mesut Ozil shines after City’s other targets disappoint
14th June 2010
As ever, the World Cup offers an opportunity to cast an eye over players we’d like to see playing for City. This time we have the added fun of knowing the club are looking at several individuals.
Possible squad for 2010/11 update
10th June 2010
Previously we looked at how City’s squad might look following the introduction of the Premier League’s new rules regarding squad sizes. Below is an update following the confirmation of new deals for Patrick Vieira and Jerome Boateng.
City return to pole position in race for Yaya Toure
9th June 2010
City are once again favourites to sign Yaya Toure according to today’s Sport.es. City appear to be coming up with the cash in both transfer fee and player contract.
Transfer talk: Yaya’s agent now favours Arsenal while Robinho’s people like Barca
8th June 2010
Disappointing news from Spain last night where Yaya Toure’s agent Dimitri Seluk was once again speaking to Catalan radio station RAC-1.
