Tevez rejects accusation of money fixation

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Manchester City boss Mark Hughes has again revealed how happy management are with their deal for former Manchester United striker Carlos Tevez.

Hughes said: "We were aware of that situation as everybody else was.

"So when the opportunity came up at the end of the loan to approach Carlos with an idea that we felt would be attractive to him, then that's what we did.

"And we're all absolutely delighted that he chose to join us.

"It's a big move for him, given his connection to Manchester United, but I think he understands what we're trying to do at City and he's really excited by the prospect.

"For us to be able to attract a world-class striker, which Carlos obviously is, is a real feather in our cap, and we're absolutely thrilled that he's with us."

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New Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez has rejected suggestions from Manchester United that his move was all about money.

The Argentinean secured a £25million move to Eastlands this summer after spending two years on loan at Old Trafford.

Tevez said in the Daily Mirror: "I am not bothered about Alex Ferguson. This is in the past and Manchester City is in the present.

"Ferguson is pre-occupied with me and always talking about the money aspect. But that was not my motive for this move, and I will prove myself with goals.

"I respect United fans because they supported me from day one and I think they will understand my decision.

"The Manchester derby will be special to me. I want to give everything and show something special to the City fans.

"I have had big challenges throughout my life and now I am ready for another. City is a big project but I am excited.

"We have the best attack in Europe - Robinho, (Roque) Santa Cruz, (Emmanuel) Adebayor, (Shaun) Wright-Phillips. It is very strong.

"I am convinced City will reach the top level in Europe in just one year because it is a strong, ambitious club."