Source: PA
Mancini hopes to retain Given
Roberto Mancini will fight to keep Shay Given at Manchester City despite handing Joe Hart the number one jersey in their Barclays Premier League opener at Tottenham.
Hart fully justified his selection at White Hart Lane as big-spending City somehow survived a first-half onslaught to head back to the north west with a goalless draw.
But that will be no consolation to Republic of Ireland star Given, who revealed last week he would consider quitting the club if he lost his place in goal.
Mancini refused to reveal what he would do were a rival club to bid for Given before the transfer window closes.
"I hope it doesn't arrive. I hope that Shay can stay here with us," said the Italian, who confirmed Hart would be his number one "for now".
"We have time, another 20 days, until the end of the market. I respect every decision but I hope that Shay stays here."
