City sign Hamann, but Bolton get handling fee

MANCHESTER CITY have paid compensation to Bolton to secure the services of Dietmar Hamann even though he never kicked a ball for Wanderers.

Thu, 13 Jul, 2006 - 01:00

Ken Gaunt

The bizarre situation came to light when the former Germany midfielder was unveiled at City’s Carrington training ground by manager Stuart Pearce.

It is the latest twist in a drama which unfolded in the space of 90 minutes yesterday when initially it was stated Hamann was leaving Liverpool for Bolton.

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