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Toure plays down City's unbeaten start

Kolo Toure claims it is too early to even think about comparing Manchester City to Arsenal's famous 'Invincibles' team.

Mancini urges Nasri improvement

Roberto Mancini wants more from Samir Nasri after he enjoyed a frustrating time upon his return to former club Arsenal on Tuesday.

No further action after cup row

Samir Nasri and Emmanuel Frimpong will not face any action over their post-match tunnel row at the Emirates Stadium.

Beckham lifts lid on City's title bid

David Beckham claims Manchester City 'don't have a chance' of winning in the Premier League title this season.

Mancini ready to tinker

Roberto Mancini has confirmed he will change his entire Manchester City team for the Carling Cup trip to Arsenal on Tuesday.

Hargreaves to lead City changes

Owen Hargreaves is set to start for Manchester City in their Carling Cup quarter-final at Arsenal after recovering from a calf injury.

Clichy happy with "great point"

Manchester City defender Gael Clichy believes the Barclays Premier League leaders passed an important test at Liverpool.

Rossoneri reveal Tevez terms

AC Milan are still interested in Carlos Tevez but have told Manchester City they only want to sign players on loan in January.

City to ring the changes

Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini is planning wholesale changes for Tuesday's Carling Cup quarter-final at Arsenal.

Mancini happy after Liverpool draw

Roberto Mancini remained happy with Manchester City's position despite seeing them drop points for only the second time this season.

Key talks boosted City career - Milner

James Milner claims the key to his involvement in the Manchester City XI this season is all down to crunch talks with Roberto Mancini.

Mancini lifts lid on transfer plans

Roberto Mancini has admitted he could look to bolster his defensive strength in depth at Manchester City in the January window.

Mancini: No Bellamy rift

Roberto Mancini insists he never had major issues with Craig Bellamy and would be pleased to see the striker prosper at Liverpool.

Italian pair could interest City

Roberto Mancini says he rates Napoli duo Edinson Cavani and Ezequiel Lavezzi and has hinted at a future move for the pair.

Roberto calls for Anfield flyer

Roberto Mancini feels City will need to "start well" at Liverpool and claims their opponents are "strong enough to win the league".

Tevez Milan exit not clear-cut

Carlos Tevez's advisor Kia Joorabchian is in talks over a potential move to AC Milan for the striker but his exit remains some way off.

United can press City - Fletcher

Darren Fletcher is certain Manchester United are capable of exerting pressure on Premier League title rivals Manchester City.

Agent confirms City interest

Valencia's Mehmet Topal has admitted he would like the chance to play in England after his agent confirmed Manchester City's interest.

City wrong to write us off - Jones

Phil Jones feels Manchester City's tough run of upcoming games could help Manchester United top the Premier League by Christmas.

Defender aims to be positive

Manchester City defender Joleon Lescott accepts the club's first Champions League campaign has proved a tough learning curve.

City youngster on the move

Barnsley are taking highly-rated Manchester City youngster Gai Assulin on a three-month long loan.

Mancini still hopeful of progression

Roberto Mancini is convinced Manchester City can still qualify from their Champions League group despite a 2-1 defeat away to Napoli.

City target set for Juve exit - Agent

Manchester City's reported target Milos Krasic could be on his way out of Juventus in January, according to his agent.

City look strong for Napoli trip

Carlos Tevez and Owen Hargreaves are the only absentees as Manchester City travel to face Napoli in the Champions League on Tuesday.

City star's 'dream' to copy Maradona

Sergio Aguero would love to inspire Manchester City to glory in the manner his father-in-law Diego Maradona did for Napoli.

Mancini issues Tevez warning

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has warned Carlos Tevez's potential suitors that the Argentinian forward will not be sold on the cheap.

£200m deal in the offing

Kit manufacturers Umbro are said to be close to agreeing a new 10-year deal with Man City, which could net the Blues £200m.

Italians react to Tevez talk

AC Milan assistant boss Mauro Tassotti has suggested that wantaway City ace Carlos Tevez will be a 2012 target for the Serie A giants.

Midfielder on City future

Despite speculation over his future, Nigel de Jong has insisted that he wants to stay with Manchester City beyond this season.

Richards earns high praise

Joleon Lescott believes Manchester City team-mate Micah Richards has the ability to become the best right-back in the world.

Another United star tipped for City

Manchester City are considering a move for Manchester United teenager Paul Pogba, with the midfielder's contract up in the summer.

City's £200m kit boost

Manchester City are reportedly set to enter into a new £200m kit deal with sports manufacturer Umbro at the end of the season.

Johnson delighted with new deal

Manchester City star Adam Johnson believes his new deal at Eastlands will help him realise his dream of becoming "a top player".

Midfielder not on his way to City

Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini has admitted his chances off landing Roma midfielder Daniele De Rossi are slim.

City handed new star deal boost

Pablo Zabaleta has followed Adam Johnson by agreeing to sign a new contract to keep him at Manchester City for the long-term future.

City set for striker fitness boost

Sergio Ageuro is expected to shake off a groin injury to line up for Manchester City against Newcastle at the Etihad Stadium.

Tevez's City stint over - Mancini

Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini has repeated his belief that Carlos Tevez has played his last game for the club.

City coach's clean sheet request

David Platt has revealed that Manchester City's aim is to keep more clean sheets despite the forward line being in prolific form.

City star requests Ben Arfa meeting

Manchester City midfielder Nigel de Jong has asked to meet Newcastle's Hatem Ben Arfa when the teams clash on Saturday.

Inter urged to move for Tevez

Inter Milan captain Javier Zanetti believes his club should offer a rescue package to Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez.

Contract boost for Johnson

Manchester City have handed a new contract to England winger Adam Johnson which will keep him at the club until at least 2015.

Johnson poised for new contract

Manchester City and England winger Adam Johnson is on the verge of signing a new three-year contract with the league leaders.

Milner ready to get back to City work

Midfielder James Milner intends to keep ignoring the critics who are attempting to undermine Manchester City's charge for glory.

Keeper issues challenge

Joe Hart has urged England to take a winning run into the Euro 2012 Finals after extending his unbeaten record against Sweden.

Striker pledges City future

Striker Mario Balotelli has rejected interest from former club Inter Milan and pledged his immediate future to Manchester City.

Valencia star in City's sights

Manchester City will reportedly fight it out with Chelsea in January for the services of Valencia's defensive midfielder Mehmet Topal.

PFA chief expresses Tevez fears

Professional Footballers' Association chief executive Gordon Taylor is worried that Carlos Tevez is now on a 'self-destruct pattern'.

Tevez talks latest

Carlos Tevez remains in Argentina but discussions took place today aimed at resolving his uncertain future at Manchester City.

City lead queue for German winger

Man City technical director Mike Rigg admits the club are keeping tabs on highly-rated Borussia Monchengladbach winger Marco Reus.

Vieira impressed by French midfielder

Patrick Vieira has admitted to French TV that Manchester City are interested in Rennes and France midfielder Yann M'Vila.

Ballotelli display draws praise from Ranieri

Claudio Ranieri has suggested he may have to ask the Inter squad if they'd object to him bringing Mario Balotelli back from Man City.

Spanish giants keen on City star

Real Madrid are reportedly keeping tabs on Manchester City midfielder Nigel de Jong, who is still no nearer to signing a new contract.

Top keeper hails quality of Hart

Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart has earned praise from Iker Casillas after his performance for England against Spain on Saturday.

Martinez linked with City

Manchester City are set to battle it out with arch rivals United for the signature of Athletic Bilbao midfielder Javi Martinez.

De Jong future uncertain

Manchester City could risk losing Nigel de Jong by failing to re-open talks over a new deal with him until next summer.

City waiting on Tevez

Manchester City have confirmed they are still waiting for Carlos Tevez to make contact with them following his apparently unsanctioned return to Argentina.

City boosted over Tevez no-show

Carlos Tevez's no-show at Manchester City could boost the club's bid to discard him without breaching Fifa's regulations.

Groin injury blow for City star

Manchester City are waiting to see how serious Sergio Aguero's groin injury is as he looks set to miss Argentina's clash with Bolivia.

Balotelli lifts lid on future plans

Mario Balotelli has again played down reports linking him with a return to Italy by insisting he is 'too happy' at Manchester City.

Tevez fails to show

Carlos Tevez could face fresh disciplinary action at Manchester City after he failed to turn up for training on Wednesday.

Injury forces Nasri to pull out

Samir Nasri will return to Manchester City after being ruled out of France's friendlies against the USA and Belgium with a knee injury.

Striker weighs up next move

Carlos Tevez must decide by 5pm whether he is to appeal against Manchester City's punishment for the striker's alleged Munich mutiny.

Toure delighted with City squad

Midfield powerhouse Yaya Toure insists he is more than happy with the strength of Manchester City's "fantastic" squad this season.

City can get even better warns Toure

Yaya Toure believes Manchester City are now capable of fielding a reserve team that is good enough to qualify for the Champions League.

Aguero speaks out over Tevez row

Manchester City's Sergio Aguero has admitted his disappointment at the ongoing stand-off between his club team-mate Carlos Tevez.

Star's dismay at Capello snub

Joey Barton has backed Micah Richards after the Manchester City star suffered another snub from England manager Fabio Capello.

Jan's the man for Mancini

Manchester City are back on the trail of Ajax captain Jan Vertonghen - who Roberto Mancini wants to pair up with Vincent Kompany.

Mancini pleased with start

Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini has admitted he is happy with his side's start to the season going into the international break.

Reus battle in store for City

Manchester City are reportedly set to fight it out with Arsenal for the signature of Borussia Dortmund midfielder Marco Reus.

City No2 hails post-Euro form

Manchester City assistant boss David Platt says the Blues' post-Champions League form has come as a welcome surprise.

We looked just like Barca - Platt

Assistant boss David Platt likened Manchester City to Barcelona following the side's 3-2 win against QPR on Saturday evening.

Platt compares City to Barca

Manchester City assistant manager David Platt compared his side's free-flowing attack in their 3-2 win at QPR to the forward flair of Barcelona.

Mario and Napoli link

Mario Balotelli's agent has denied regular press reports that his player will be leaving Manchester City to join Napoli in Italy.

Goal record not on Mancini's mind

Roberto Mancini has admitted he has a wealth of attacking talent at his disposal but is not driven by goalscoring records.

Skipper banned as City boss looks to rotate

Vincent Kompany is banned for Manchester City's trip to QPR, while David Silva faces a fitness test as Roberto Mancini plans changes.

City happy to go for four - Toure

Yaya Toure is confident that Manchester City's strong squad 'is happy' and can battle it out in four competitions this season.

Kompany keen to build on impressive win

Captain Vincent Kompany is convinced Man City will make a big impression in the Champions League if they reach the knockout stage.

Silva injury not serious

Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini says the injury David Silva suffered at Villarreal on Wednesday is not serious.

Dutch midfielder scorned City chance

AZ Alkmaar wonderkid Adam Maher rejected Manchester City and is still not ready to leave Holland, according to his father.

Balotelli back for Euro crunch

Manchester City star Mario Balotelli is in contention to play in his first Champions League match of the season at Villarreal tonight.

Balotelli back in European squad

Mario Balotelli has been included in Manchester City's Champions League squad for the first time ahead of Wednesday's game at Villarreal.

Mancini opens door for Tevez return

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has told Carlos Tevez "everything will be as before" if he apologises for his actions in Munich a month ago.

We can't get carried away - Lescott

Joleon Lescott has warned his Manchester City team-mates not to get too confident and risk ruining their good start to the season.

Advisor makes City star claim

Carlos Tevez's advisor Kia Joorabchian has confirmed that he would happily join another Premier League side from Manchester City.

PFA chief blasts City hearing decision

Players' chief Gordon Taylor says it is 'strange' that Manchester City are holding a drugs' test disciplinary hearing with Kolo Toure.

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