MANCHESTER CITY manager Roberto Mancini believes the signing of David Silva is a statement of the club’s intent ahead of the new Barclays Premier League season.

Benfica insist they have not received an offer from Real Madrid or anyone else for winger Angel Di Maria.

MANCHESTER UNITED’S most decorated player, Ryan Giggs, insists his focus remains on doing a job on the pitch and not coaching.

PORTUGAL winger Simao Sabrosa will remain at Benfica until the end of the season.