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Ian Wright has accused senior Manchester City figures of treating his adopted son Shaun Wright-Phillips "like a youth-team player".

Patrick Vieira could make his Manchester City debut in this weekend's trip to Hull. The French midfielder has almost recovered from the ankle injury he picked up during his time at Inter Milan. "I suffered the injury in the last Inter game and didn't realise it was that bad," he told the City website. "I look forward to getting a run of games in the Premier League."

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini was also critical of his team, despite their 2-0 win over Portsmouth. Emmanuel Adebayor and Vincent Kompany scored the goals, but Mancini said: "I'm satisfied for the victory, but for the play so-so. We were a little tired after Wednesday's match against Manchester United. In the first half we did not play well, we did not move the ball quickly and were too slow when we lost possession."

Manchester City have sealed the signing of France midfielder Patrick Vieira on a free transfer from Inter Milan on an initial six-month deal.

Inter Milan midfielder Patrick Vieira has given a strong indication that he is poised to join Manchester City in this month's transfer window.

New Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini has already suffered his first injury blow with defender Nedum Onuoha ruled out for up to four weeks.

Manchester City defender Wayne Bridge, currently out with a knee injury, hopes to be back in action by the start of the new year.

Manchester City star Carlos Tevez feels the treatment he now receives from Manchester United fans is unfair after the loyalty he showed them.

The Premier League has revealed clubs paid £70.6million to agents from October 2008 to September 2009 - with Manchester City the top spenders.

Mark Hughes has told Carlos Tevez to get used to life on the bench after warning all of his stars he will use the full depth of his squad.

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Who? - Gonzalo Higuain
Where is he? - Real Madrid
Who is he linked with? - Manchester City
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Who? - Joe Hart
Where is he? - Manchester City
Who is he linked with? - Birmingham City
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