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. 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. Young Pretender: Adam Johnson Old Master: Ryan Giggs 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. The City manager said: 'I remember Ryan Giggs when he was young and the way he moved. Johnson is the same player.' Highly-rated: Johnson with Manchester City boss Mancini when he signed Johnson is ineligible for today's FA Cup tie at Stoke as he played for Boro against City in the third round. 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. At the very least, he expects the former Under 21 winger to play for the senior side at some point. 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.'  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

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