Source: Daily_Mail
Man City clinch signing of former Arsenal ace Sylvinho on one-year deal
Manchester City have wrapped up the signing of Brazilian veteran Sylvinho from Barcelona.
The former Arsenal left-back has agreed a one-year deal to offer back-up to England's Wayne Bridge.
Sylvinho
City boy: Sylvinho (right) played in last year's Champions League final
Despite splashing out £118million on his superstar squad this summer, boss Mark Hughes was delighted to secure a bargain free transfer.
'Sylvinho has a wealth of experience at the very top level, having represented Brazil and played for some of the very top clubs in Europe,' said Hughes.
Mark Hughes
Deal: Mark Hughes
'When the chance presented itself to bring him to Manchester City as a free agent I saw it as representing excellent business for us.
'Sylvinho won the European Cup last season at Barcelona and he will strengthen our defensive options.'
Sylvinho, who played for Arsenal between 1999 and 2001, could now make his debut in the Carling Cup clash with Crystal Palace on Thursday. He will wear the No 16 shirt at Eastlands.
