Hughes convinces Corluka to stay

Manchester City have revealed defender Vedran Corluka will remain with the club after holding talks with manager Mark Hughes.

The 22-year-old Croatia international had been linked with a move to Tottenham but has now committed himself to City.

Hughes told official website www.mcfc.co.uk: “I am a huge admirer of Vedran. He is a top-class player with a bright future ahead of him and I am delighted that he continues to be a part of our plans at Manchester City.

“It is a real boost for everyone at the club. Vedran is a great lad and I am really looking forward to working with him over the coming seasons.”