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Roberto Mancini says Adam Johnson could be a key figure in Man City's hunt for silverware, describing him as an "incredible player".

Kolo Toure is reportedly set to fight against Manchester City's plan to hand him a heavy fine over his failed drugs test in March.

Edin Dzeko says Manchester United are favourites to win the Premier League despite Manchester City being five points clear at the top.

Midfielder Nigel de Jong insists Manchester City can go all the way and become Premier League champions this season.

Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli has paid tribute to manager Roberto Mancini for believing in him.

Roberto Mancini says he could play Mario Balotelli against Villarreal after the Italian started to show his true quality.

Arsenal will face Manchester City in the Carling Cup quarter-final at the Emirates Stadium.

Emmanuel Adebayor has hailed Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp as 'fantastic' and said that he does not want to return to Manchester City.

Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini is likely to make a number of changes to his side for the visit of Wolves on Saturday.

Sir Alex Fergusson has described the rule that has denied Manchester City from fining Carloz Tevez four week wages as "a bit crazy".

Manchester City midfielder Nigel De Jong has claimed that last season's FA Cup success has made his side hungry for even more trophies.

The Professional Footballers Association have backed Carlos Tevez in his appeal against the fine imposed on him by Manchester City.

Roberto Mancini criticised Adam Johnson's attitude after his fine display against Wolves and could step up his interest in Eden Hazard.

Manchester City must decide what Carlos Tevez's realistic 'market value' is after Corinthians suggested it was as low as £16million.

Roberto Mancini is expected to make wholesale changes for his side's trip to take on Wolves in the Carling Cup on Wednesday.

Carlos Tevez is reportedly considering whether to sue Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini for defamation.

Manchester City first-team coach David Platt claims manager Roberto Mancini is finding leaving players out as hard as picking his team.

Carlos Tevez has been fined four weeks' wages by Manchester City after being found guilty of misconduct.

David Platt is convinced that Roberto Mancini's hunger for glory will ensure nobody at City gets carried away with Sunday's derby win.

James Milner claims Manchester City will look to push on and 'keep improving as a team' following the 6-1 win at Manchester United.

Kolo Toure has admitted that he will listen to any offers from Paris Saint-Germain as he struggles to get into the Manchester City XI.

Manchester City defender Kolo Toure has admitted he would be interested in a move to big-spending Paris Saint-Germain.

Goalkeeper Joe Hart admits life can be frustrating with Mario Balotelli but is convinced the striker now has his head "screwed on".

AC Milan chief executive Adriano Galliani admits he is a big fan of Mario Balotelli, but would not be drawn on any talk of a transfer.

Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini believes Mario Balotelli can become one of the world's best if he matures as a player.

Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini does not accept his side are now title favourites despite their 6-1 win over Manchester United.

Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini is refusing to gloat despite his side's 6-1 win over neighbours Manchester United at Old Trafford.

Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp has said that he would sign Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez on loan if they could agree a deal.

Sir Alex Ferguson has hailed Roberto Mancini's handling of the Carlos Tevez saga at Manchester City as "a masterclass in management".

Manchester City have joined the race for Lille's attacking midfielder Eden Hazard after his proposed move to Real Madrid fell through.

Manchester City have beaten off interest from both Liverpool and Blackburn and landed Norwegian teenager Bersant Celina.

Carlos Tevez is expected to learn the outcome of his disciplinary hearing at Manchester City early next week.

Greater Manchester Police have warned fans they will "clamp down" on anyone who causes trouble at Sunday's Manchester derby.

Former Manchester United skipper Steve Bruce believes Manchester City are mounting a genuine challenge to topple their closest rivals this season.

Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez has been charged with refusing to warm-up during their Champions League tie away at Bayern Munich.

Manchester City have no fresh injury concerns for Sunday's Barclays Premier League derby against Manchester United at Old Trafford.

Roberto Mancini has admitted Sir Alex Ferguson remains the managerial master - and he can only learn from the great Scot.

Mario Balotelli says the unswerving support of manager Roberto Mancini has been key to his improved performances this season.

Micah Richards believes Manchester United are "a bit frightened" of Manchester City ahead of this weekend's derby at Old Trafford.

Manchester City first-team coach Fausto Salsano believes Ezequiel Lavezzi could be the ideal replacement for Carlos Tevez.

Teenage midfielder Mohammed Abu has revealed his delight at signing a contract extension with Manchester City until June 2014.

Corinthians director of football Edu claims Manchester City are looking for £17.5m for Carlos Tevez in the January transfer window.

Manchester City Football Development Executive Patrick Vieira watched Belgian winger Eden Hazard in action against Inter last night.

Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero denied claims he mocked a Villarreal player after his dramatic late winner against on Tuesday.

Manchester City's James Milner claimed the result was all that mattered after their last-gasp Champions League win over Villarreal.

Roberto Mancini claims Adam Johnson 'is an important player' for Manchester City and he understood why he was substituted on Tuesday.

Roberto Mancini is confident that Manchester City can secure top spot in Group A following their last-gasp 2-1 win against Villarreal.

Manchester City hope to have Sergio Aguero back for the Champions League clash against Villarreal after he trained on Monday.

Argentinian side Boca Juniors have revealed that they will 'make an attempt' to sign Manchester City outcast Carlos Tevez.

Manchester City playmaker David Silva says if he really is one of the best players in the world, it is down to manager Roberto Mancini.

Manchester City midfielder James Milner is looking for two wins this week as the side prepare to face Villarreal and Manchester United.

Roberto Mancini says Manchester City's Champions League clash with Villarreal must be their sole focus and not the Manchester derby.

Nigel de Jong believes striker Mario Balotelli is beginning to realise his responsibilities as a Manchester City player.

Roberto Mancini has said he is willing to open new deal talks at Manchester City because he is 'happy' and has no plans to leave.

AC Milan vice-president Adriano Galliani claims his club will not make a January move for either Carlos Tevez or Mario Balotelli.

Roberto Mancini believes David Silva is currently "one of the best players in the world" after superb displays for club and country.

Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero will not be risked in Saturday's Premier League clash against Aston Villa at the Etihad Stadium.

Carlos Tevez has reportedly met with Roberto Mancini at his house as the Manchester City boss looks to clear-the-air with the striker.

Manager Roberto Mancini has claimed he "doesn't know" whether Carlos Tevez will play for Manchester City again.

Sergio Aguero, Aleksander Kolarov, Stefan Savic, Pablo Zabaleta and Edin Dzeko missed training today ahead of City's clash with Villa.

Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez was conspicuous by his absence at the club's training ground on Thursday morning.

Carlos Tevez faces Roberto Mancini on the Manchester City training ground on Thursday for the first time since their clash in Munich.

Juventus general director Giuseppe Marotta has denied reports that the club have started talks to sign Manchester City's Carlos Tevez.

Pablo Zabaleta claims 'everybody is worried about the situation' with regards to Carlos Tevez's future at Manchester City.

First-team coach Fausto Salsano has confirmed that Manchester City are keeping tabs on Napoli stars Marek Hamsik and Ezequiel Lavezzi.

Gareth Barry believes Man City are progressing well but warned his team-mates to keep their egos in check for the good of the club.

Mario Balotelli 'will be our weapon' in the Champions League this season, according to Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini.

Director of football Edu has admitted that Corinthians 'will see if we can do a deal' to sign Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez.

Manchester City have been linked to AC Milan's Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Real Madrid schoolboy Jose Angel Pozo today.

Coach David Platt believes Manchester City have enough cover in attack even if Sergio Aguero and Mario Balotelli face spells out.

Emmanuel Adebayor has been told he must take a big drop in wages if he wants to complete a permanent move to Tottenham.

Manchester City are reportedly preparing to take a huge slice off the price tag of Carlos Tevez in return for a cut of any future fee.

Man City 'keeper Joe Hart has backed England team-mate Wayne Rooney, branding his red card against Montenegro "pathetic".

Corinthians have no plans to renew their interest in Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez, according to their general manager Edu.

Russian club Anzhi Makhachkala are reportedly trying to convince City's disgruntled striker Carlos Tevez to join them.

Man City striker Mario Balotelli has pulled out for the Italy squad for their Euro 2012 qualifier with Serbia on Friday through injury.

Man City midfielder James Milner has backed team-mate Gareth Barry and feels his role at the Etihad Stadium is under-rated.

Carlo Tevez did not refuse to play for Man City in their game at Bayern Munich, according to his advisor Kia Joorabchian.

Owen Hargreaves is set to make his first league appearance for Manchester City against Aston Villa next week.

Reports today suggest that Argentina legend Diego Maradona is to offer Carlos Tevez an escape route from Manchester City.

Man City owner Sheikh Mansour remains top of FourFourTwo's Football Rich List for the 2011-12 season, worth a reported £20billion.

Fiorentina winger Alessio Cerci remains a top target of Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini and a January bid for him is on the cards.

Carlos Tevez has reportedly returned to Argentina as he waits for the outcome of Man City's inquiry into his apparent refusal to play.

Adam Johnson insists the Manchester City squad remain united despite the Carlos Tevez affair and the events of last week.

Carlos Tevez is set to be interviewed by Manchester City officials today to give his side of events on his actions in Munich last week.

Mario Balotelli was lauded by Manchester City coach David Platt after producing a razor-sharp display in the 4-0 win over Blackburn.

Micah Richards has said that his Manchester City team-mate Carlos Tevez 'was wrong' not to come off the bench against Bayern Munich.

West Ham boss Sam Allardyce has admitted that he would like to take Manchester City star Carlos Tevez back to Upton Park on loan.

Man City coach David Platt was delighted with the manner of their display in their 4-0 win over Blackburn after a difficult week.

Manchester City have reportedly snubbed West Ham's bid to take Carlos Tevez back to Upton Park on a loan deal.

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has warned Manchester City he will not sell Robin Van Persie to them in the January transfer window.