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Tuesday D-Day for Barton

11 May 2007 - 11:09:48

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Midfielder Joey Barton faces potential showdown talks with Manchester City next Tuesday, following his recent training ground assault on team-mate Ousmane Dabo.

The 24-year-old was suspended for the closing weeks of the season and seems almost certain to switch clubs in the summer, with his agent, Willie McKay, confirming that a £5.5million fee will see his client move on.

Citizens boss Stuart Pearce confirmed on Friday: "We will be speaking to the player and his agent next Tuesday."

McKay had earlier claimed: "I've spoken to City's chief executive, Alistair Mackintosh, and he told me they want the price that's in Joey's contract.

"If City get the £5.5million they'll be happy and Joey will be sold."

Meanwhile, City have also confirmed that defender Stephen Jordan will be released at the end of the season.

The 25-year-old has made just over 50 appearances for the Citizens, but has not featured since January.