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Doing the dirty work: The holding midfielder
Daniel Rhodes takes an in depth look at what has become one of the most important roles in the modern game.
Tag: Yaya Toure
Who needs Tevez? – Why Manchester City can win the league
Carlos Tevez may be about to leave Manchester City, but Thomas Gaunt believes they can flourish without their talisman of the past two seasons.
Manchester Derby Preview
It’s Manchester Derby time again and Neil Sherwin is here to preview the much anticipated clash at Old Trafford.
City – pretenders or the real deal?
Manchester City look set to swoop for another big name in the shape of Edin Dzeko, and Markus Jensen asks whether the ‘noisy neighbours’ are knocking loudly on the door of the title contenders.
Enough cover to cover the cover.
Eliot Rothwell takes note of the sizeable squad at Manchester City’s disposal as they chase some silverware.
Mo Money Mo Problems
The acquisition of David Silva is a clear statement of intent from Manchester City in the run up to the new Premier League season, but the constant spending could do more harm than good in the long run.