Manchester City: July 2008 - news archive

Barton charged again

Man CityNewcastle's Joey Barton has until August 13 to respond to a violent conduct charge for his bust-up with Ousmane Dabo in May 2007.

Hughes reveals City fight

Man CityMan City boss Mark Hughes feels the Uefa Cup qualifying campaign has given him a headstart as he looks to find his best side.

Hughes reveals Boj return hopes

Man CityMan City striker Valeri Bojinov will miss the Uefa Cup qualifier against EB/Streymur with a thigh strain but may return at the weekend.

Blues land Israel star

Man CityMan City have completed their expected signing of Chelsea defender Tal Ben-Haim on a four-year deal subject to a work permit.

Duo set for Barnsley return

Man CityMan City boss Mark Hughes is set to start with Vedran Corluka and Elano for the UEFA Cup qualifier against EB/Streymur tomorrow night.

Reds reject Yossi talk

Man CityYossi Benayoun's agent has rejected speculation claiming the Liverpool winger could be sold to Man City or West Ham this summer.

No fancy for Nancy star

Man CityNancy defender Michael Chretien has claimed he rejected a move to Manchester City to secure a move to Real Betis.

Hughes 'close' to midfielder deal

Man CityManchester City have offered star midfielder Michael Johnson a new five-year contract, according to reports.

Hughes set to land defender

Man CityManchester City look set to complete the £5m signing of Chelsea defender Tal Ben-Haim this week.

Blues linked with former target

Man CityMan City, Fulham, Blackburn and West Ham are all being linked with a raid on Palermo for Australia star Mark Bresciano.

City handed striker deal hope

Man CityArsenal new boy Samir Nasri has confirmed that reported Manchester City target Djibril Cisse wants a return to the Premier League.

Hughes drops keeper admission

Man CityMan City boss Mark Hughes has admitted that he wants to sign an experienced goalkeeper, sparking reports of a swoop for Brad Friedel.

Boss reveals striker woe

Man CityValeri Bojinov has suffered a setback as he bids to come back from the knee ligament injury that kept him out last season.

Jo targets Torres total

Man CityBrazilian ace Jo says he can score lots of goals and make the same impact that Liverpool's Fernando Torres made last season.

Hughes ends player exit talk

Man CityMark Hughes has ended talk of a possible summer move for Michael Johnson by saying he is in his long-term plans at Manchester City.

City edge closer to £4m Blues stopper

Man CityManchester City are reportedly close to agreeing a £4million swoop for Chelsea's out of favour central defender Tal Ben Haim.

Sparky's striker solution emerges

Man CityCraig Bellamy has emerged as Mark Hughes' top target as the Man City boss looks to solve a striker crisis before the new campaign.

Boss' transfer caution

Man CityMan City boss Mark Hughes has refused to disclose his transfer targets but insists he is trying to sign more players.

Benjani key to striker deal

Man CityMan City could be forced into the transfer market with Benjani set to join record signing Jo in missing the start of the season.

City strikers ready to go

Man CityMan City strikers Bernardo Corradi and Rolando Bianchi both look set to seal permanent moves to Italy this summer.

Defender would snub City

Man CityMorocco full-back Michael Chretien admits he is more interested in a move to Spain after confirming interest from Man City.

City linked with African striker

Man CityMan City, Wigan and Portsmouth are among a clutch of Premier League clubs being linked with £10m-rated Lens striker Aruna Dindane.

Milan my number one - Ronaldinho

Man CityAC Milan new boy and former top target Ronaldinho has revealed he was never interested in a move to Manchester City.

Hughes blocks Evans move

Man CityManchester City manager Mark Hughes has insisted young striker Ched Evans will not be loaned out next season.

Evans agrees new deal

Man CityManchester City striker Ched Evans has signed a three extension to his current deal at Eastlands to keep him at the club until 2011.

Hughes wants to avoid Faroes curse

Man CityNew Manchester City boss Mark Hughes has promised that his new side will avoid embarrassment in their first round Uefa Cup qualifier.

Hughes driven by Bentley

NewsMark Hughes will not be distracted in his bid to bring the big-guns to Manchester City after failing to sign Ronaldinho from Barcelona.

Hughes sets sights on domestic targets

Man CityMark Hughes will set Manchester City's transfer sights closer to home after failing to land AC Milan-bound Ronaldinho.

Samaras seals Celtic switch

Man CityManchester City striker Georgios Samaras has completed a permanent move to Celtic for an undisclosed fee on a three-year contract.

Hughes ready for overhaul

Man CityMark Hughes has confirmed he hopes to make a "number of changes" to his Manchester City squad before the start of the new season.

Friends reunited for Hughes

Man CityManchester City manager Mark Hughes is closing in on a double deal to be reunited with Lucas Neill and Craig Bellamy of West Ham.

Midfield boost for Hughes

Man CityMan City midfielder Michael Johnson is ready to commit his future to the Eastlands club, according to his representative.

City set to punish dithering Milan

Man CityMan City are tipped to offer £22m for Ronaldinho to take advantage of Milan's reluctance to meet Barcelona's asking price.

Hughes on trail of Premier League duo

Man CityMark Hughes is reportedly tracking Chelsea defender Tal Ben Haim and West Ham's Lucas Neill as he attempts to improve City's defence.

Hughes' keeper blow

Man CityMan City boss Mark Hughes has been told he will not be able to tempt Blackburn keeper Brad Friedel to Eastlands this summer.

Hughes to shuffle pack

Man CityMark Hughes could be missing five key players when Manchester City get their Uefa Cup campaign underway next Thursday.

Samaras to get his wish

Man CityCeltic will complete the £2million knockdown transfer of Manchester City striker Georgios Samaras in the next few days, claim reports.

City ace Dunne in as training steps up

Man CityRichard Dunne has admitted that Man City's pre-season training has been hard going under new boss Mark Hughes but he is enjoying it.

Hughes issues a warning to foreign stars

Man CityManchester City's foreign players have been told by boss Mark Hughes they must be more consistent in the coming Premier League season.

Samaras 'close' to SPL move

Man CityGeorgios Samaras is "very close" to signing a permanent contract with SPL champions Celtic, according to his agent.

Hughes told Bentley fee

Man CityMark Hughes has been told he will have to pay £17million to tempt Blackburn midfielder David Bentley to Manchester City.

Rovers rule out Brad exit

Man CityManchester City are being linked with Brad Friedel but Blackburn officials say the goalkeeper is not for sale.

Milan make Ron admission

Man CityAC Milan have claimed Barcelona and Brazil striker Ronaldinho has rejected Manchester City for a move to the San Siro.

Hughes handed Rovers swoop blow

Man CityThe agent of defender Christopher Samba insists the reported Man City target is happy at Blackburn and not looking to leave the club.

City lead winger race

Man CityManchester City boss Mark Hughes is said to be leading the chase to sign Turkish international Colin Kazim-Richards for £4m.

Defender pens City deal

Man CityDefender Richard Dunne has committed his future to Manchester City after penning a four-year deal at Eastlands.

Transfer hints for Hughes

Man CityMan City boss Mark Hughes admits his job has only just started as he leads the squad for a training camp in Bavaria.

City miss Brazil ace

Man CityMan City and Chelsea are set to miss out on Ronaldinho who is "90 per cent" close to a switch to AC Milan.

Three leave Eastlands

Man CityMan City trio Paul Dickov, Geovanni and Emile Mpenza have been released and immediately linked with Blackpool, Hull and Ipswich.

Barca's Ron claim

Man CityBarcelona have not received any "concrete offers" for Man City target Ronaldinho, sporting director Txiki Begiristain has confirmed.

City "positive" over second Brazilian deal

Man CityMan City still hope to sign Brazil star Ronaldinho with boss Mark Hughes eyeing a "positive" outcome for the club.

City confirm Brazilian swoop

Man CityManchester City have confirmed the signing of Brazilian striker Jo for an undisclosed fee from CSKA Moscow.

Isaksson completes PSV switch