Lampard deal angers New York fans

Manchester City's deal to keep Frank Lampard until the end of the season has been condemned by supporters of New York City FC, their sister club in Major League Soccer who must now wait until mid-season to see their marquee signing.

Lampard has been the face of New York's marketing push alongside former Barcelona striker David Villa ahead of their inaugural campaign in MLS, but the former England midfielder will be absent when the new franchise open against fellow new boys Orlando on March 8 after City confirmed he will remain in Manchester until the end of the English season.