Source: Daily_Mail
My magic Johnson is the new Ryan Giggs, claims Man City boss Mancini
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini thinks Adam Johnson could be the new Ryan Giggs.[LNB] Johnson, an �8million signing from Middlesbrough, starred on his first City start against Bolton in midweek, winning the penalty that led to his side's first goal.[LNB] Young Pretender: Adam Johnson [LNB]Old Master: Ryan Giggs [LNB] The 22-year-old winger may have some way to go before he matchesManchester United legend Giggs's haul of 11 Premier League titles, butMancini says Johnson reminds him of the Welsh wizard.[LNB] The City manager said: 'I remember Ryan Giggs when he was young and the way he moved. Johnson is the same player.'[LNB] Highly-rated: Johnson with Manchester City boss Mancini when he signed [LNB]Johnson is ineligible for today's FA Cup tie at Stoke as he played for Boro against City in the third round.[LNB] It is only a month on from that tie at the Riverside, but Mancini thinks Johnson may even sneak into England's World Cup squad if he keeps up his current level of performance.[LNB] At the very least, he expects the former Under 21 winger to play for the senior side at some point. [LNB]The Italian said: 'If he continues like he is at the moment he could get into the national team. If he keeps working hard he has a good chance for the future.' [LNB] Wayne Bridge WILL play alongside John Terry at World Cup, insists Manchester City boss ManciniRobinho warns Brazilian wonderkid Neymar: Don't leave Santos for Manchester City MANCHESTER CITY FC
