Hughes hints at Terry defeat

18 July 2009 18:09
Manchester City boss Mark Hughes remains in the hunt for John Terry but admitted the club are prepared to end their pursuit of the Chelsea defender. The England international is a target of affluent side City but they have seen two bids rejected by their Premier League rivals. And on Saturday, Blues manager Carlo Ancelotti said he is "100 per cent" convinced that captain Terry will stay at Stamford Bridge. Hughes is keen to bolster his defence this summer and Terry remains a top target, but the Welshman hinted City may soon have to look elsewhere for reinforcements. He told Sky Sports News: "Chelsea have their stance, and we understand that. We are obviously looking to strengthen in defensive areas. We are looking at all options. "It is a case of seeing what level we are willing to go up to. If it comes a point where we feel we can't progress in any deals we are involved in then we walk away."

Source: SKY_Sports