Jol distances himself from City rumours

HAMBURG coach Martin Jol has dismissed rumours he is a candidate to become the next manager of Manchester City by praising his current employers.

Although the Dutchman could expect to earn a substantial pay rise with the Premier League club, he has stressed the importance of tradition over money.

“We are a fantastic club with great fans, a great environment which not many clubs in Europe can boast,” he said. “I am very happy here and the conditions to work in are excellent.