Man City signs Sylvinho on a one year deal

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Manchester City are wrapping up a deal for released Barcelona fullback Sylvinho.

Sport says Sylvinho has agreed terms on a one-year deal with City.

City boss Mark Hughes met with former Arsenal full-back Sylvinho when City played their prestigious friendly at Barcelona's Nou Camp last week.

Hughes wants the 35-year-old veteran as cover and to put pressure on England left-back Wayne Bridge and he can also operate as a wing back and in left midfield.

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The agent of released Barcelona fullback Sylvinho says Manchester City are in contact.

“There was contact with Manchester City a while ago and that has been renewed recently," agent Hans Lamberz told skysports.com.

"Sylvinho is a free agent and he is in no rush to sign anywhere as he can join a club outside the transfer window.

"Manchester City is obviously an interesting option with the talent there and Mark Hughes as manager.

"We are waiting for a decision from the directors of Manchester City and Sylvinho also has a decision to make."

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Manchester City have wrapped up the signing of Brazilian veteran Sylvinho from Barcelona.

The former Arsenal left-back has agreed a one-year deal to offer back-up to England's Wayne Bridge.

Despite splashing out £118million on his superstar squad this summer, boss Mark Hughes was delighted to secure a bargain free transfer.

'Sylvinho has a wealth of experience at the very top level, having represented Brazil and played for some of the very top clubs in Europe,' said Hughes.

'When the chance presented itself to bring him to Manchester City as a free agent I saw it as representing excellent business for us.

'Sylvinho won the European Cup last season at Barcelona and he will strengthen our defensive options.'

Sylvinho, who played for Arsenal between 1999 and 2001, could now make his debut in the Carling Cup clash with Crystal Palace on Thursday. He will wear the No 16 shirt at Eastlands.