Mancini claims he did an extraordinary job at Man City

Roberto Mancini, the former Manchester City manager, says he is bewildered over his sacking at the end of last season claiming he did an ‘extraordinary job’ at the club.

According to The Telegraph, Manchester City made it known Mancini had paid the price for reasons beyond football, his apparent lack of social skills causing numerous fall outs behind the scenes and ultimately leading to the breakdown of his relationship with the players and board. Mancini did not address that, but felt his on-field success should have earned him more time.

“Even now, almost two months later, I still do not understand why,” said Mancini.

“It is still painful, I admit. I think I deserved more respect for what I had done for Manchester City."

City, meanwhile, may have to wait if they are to sign striker Álvaro Negredo from Sevilla.