Micah Richards considering Manchester City future

21 April 2011 00:38
EXCLUSIVE[LNB]Micah Richards has thrown his Manchester City future into doubt by setting up a meeting with Italian super-agent Ernesto Bronzetti.[LNB]The versatile defender has two years left on his current deal at Eastlands but is keeping his options open with regards to his future.[LNB]Bronzetti has close ties with a number of Europe's top clubs including Real Madrid, AC Milan and Juventus and was  instrumental in the deal that saw Kaka leave the San Siro for the Bernabeu in 2009.[LNB] On the move? Micah Richards (right) could be set to leave Manchester City[LNB]Richards was tipped to leave City last summer but has been one of the club's most consistent performers this season.[LNB]And his displays have not gone unnoticed overseas, prompting Bronzetti to seek informal talks with the 22-year-old.[LNB]Super-agent: Ernesto Bronzetti has links with Europe's top clubs[LNB]Juve and Barcelona have been linked with moves for Richards in recent months. [LNB]Whether he is prepared to uproot and play abroad remains to be seen, but the fact he has agreed to meet Bronzetti is a clear indication that his long-term future could be away from Eastlands.[LNB]Meanwhile, Richards' British-based advisers have alerted a number of Barclays Premier League clubs to the player's potential availability at the end of the season.[LNB]Tottenham remain keen on a ?15million move for the City star ahead of next season, though with right back Kyle Walker set to return from his loan spell at Aston Villa, Harry [LNB]Redknapp may feel the money could be used to strengthen other areas.City are yet to hold discussions with Richards over a new  contract, though it is understood Roberto Mancini is keen on extending the player's existing deal that expires in 2013.[LNB]Bronzetti's meeting with Richards will only strengthen the defender's negotiating  position should he be called in for talks at City.[LNB]  Charming Mario did nothing wrong! Vieira backs team-mate over spatTevez targets Wembley return as Manchester City captain eyes gloryRedknapp calls on FA to switch crunch City v Stoke date amid Euro fears All the latest Manchester City news, features and opinion [LNB]  Explore more:People: Roberto Mancini Places: Barcelona, Europe

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