Pellegrini backs Mangala to shine

Manuel Pellegrini remains convinced under-fire Eliaquim Mangala will establish himself as a key figure in the Manchester City defence.

Pellegrini backs Mangala to shine
Wed, 29 Oct, 2014 - 07:07

Manuel Pellegrini remains convinced under-fire Eliaquim Mangala will establish himself as a key figure in the Manchester City defence.

France centre-back Mangala has endured a difficult start to life in the Barclays Premier League following his £32m summer arrival from Porto.

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