Edin Dzeko ends his goal drought

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Fernando Torres toiled for 703 minutes to finally score his first Chelsea goal. A day later, Edin Dzeko ended his even longer frustration with a match winning goal against Blackburn.

City keeps up the pressure for a fourth placed finish while Blackburn is now firmly in relegation peril. Before the result, Venkatesh Rao, co-owner of Blackburn affirmed his faith in Steve Kean but if the club does go down they might be forced to look for a new manager.

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Europa Cup: Dzeko on target as City crush Aris Salonika

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Edin Dzeko came up big with a brace against visiting Aris Saloniki. Yaya Toure added to the tally with a bristling shot that took a deflection of a defender. It could have been worse with Mario Balotelli robbed of a sure goal by a post.

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Edin Dzeko Puts In Top Notch Manchester City Debut Display (Video)

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It would be fair to say that many are expecting Bosnian international Edin Dzeko to be a big success in the Premier League. His big physical presence, excellent close control and speed of thought all attributes that lend themselves well to life in the English top tier. He did not disappoint in his debut at Eastlands as this highlights reel will attest to.

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Manchester City complete Dzeko signing

27 million.

The striker signed a four-and-a-half-year deal yesterday after passing a medical at Eastlands and he is likely to make his debut against Wolves next weekend.

The Bosnian striker, who was heavily linked to Juventus, says City were always his first choice.

“I was always attracted most to joining City. I have been linked with the club for a long time, going back to last summer, but Wolfsburg did not want to sell me until now.

“I am pleased to be at such a good club with such big ambition. They were my first choice and only choice.

“Everybody speaks about City having lots of money but it is not about that. It is about ambition and I have spoken to coach Mancini and he told me ‘this is the best club for you’.

“City are playing for first place in the Premier League and that is what I want.

“I want to show the fans why the club paid the money for me. Everyone expects goals and I want to score them but most of all I want to contribute to a successful team.”

Manchester City complete Dzeko signing

27 million.

The striker signed a four-and-a-half-year deal yesterday after passing a medical at Eastlands and he is likely to make his debut against Wolves next weekend.

The Bosnian striker, who was heavily linked to Juventus, says City were always his first choice.

“I was always attracted most to joining City. I have been linked with the club for a long time, going back to last summer, but Wolfsburg did not want to sell me until now.

“I am pleased to be at such a good club with such big ambition. They were my first choice and only choice.

“Everybody speaks about City having lots of money but it is not about that. It is about ambition and I have spoken to coach Mancini and he told me ‘this is the best club for you’.

“City are playing for first place in the Premier League and that is what I want.

“I want to show the fans why the club paid the money for me. Everyone expects goals and I want to score them but most of all I want to contribute to a successful team.”

Manchester City Complete £27m Signing of Wolfsburg Striker Edin Dzeko

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Roberto Mancini finally set to bring Bosnian goal machine to Eastlands.

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Agent: Juventus could have signed Dzeko

Edin Dzeko is close to agreeing a move to Manchester City but his agent admits the Bosnian was on the verge of making a January switch to Juventus.

Dzeko’s agent, Giacomo Petralito revealed the Serie A rules had prevented the transfer from going through.

“Juventus could have signed Dzeko, but he didn’t want to wait until June. The clubs had already reached an agreement that Dzeko would be allowed to move in January, but the absurd rules of the Italian FA prevented the move from happening,” Peralito said.

“Dzeko was really interested in moving to Italy, but unfortunately Italy doesn’t like the idea of having world class players in Serie A.

“By having this absurd non-EU rule, Italy is only damaging its own league.”

“Dzeko was prepared to take a

Agent: Juventus could have signed Dzeko

Edin Dzeko is close to agreeing a move to Manchester City but his agent admits the Bosnian was on the verge of making a January switch to Juventus.

Dzeko’s agent, Giacomo Petralito revealed the Serie A rules had prevented the transfer from going through.

“Juventus could have signed Dzeko, but he didn’t want to wait until June. The clubs had already reached an agreement that Dzeko would be allowed to move in January, but the absurd rules of the Italian FA prevented the move from happening,” Peralito said.

“Dzeko was really interested in moving to Italy, but unfortunately Italy doesn’t like the idea of having world class players in Serie A.

“By having this absurd non-EU rule, Italy is only damaging its own league.”

“Dzeko was prepared to take a

Reports: Dzeko in City medical

Wolfsburg striker Edin Dzeko is reportedly due to have a medical on Wednesday or Thursday, paving the way to a 27 million pound move to Manchester City.

The 24-year-old joined Wolfsburg in 2007 and has scored 66 goals from his 111 games for the Bundesliga club.

He is under contract until 2013, but City boss Roberto Mancini revealed on Tuesday the two clubs had agreed a fee for the Bosnian.

Wolfsburg boss Steve McClaren admitted he would be sorry to see the striker depart, but was confident he could succeed in the English Premier League.

“He is a goal scorer who gets them with his left foot, his right foot, his head – he can score all types of goals,” McClaren told the Daily Telegraph.

“He is a good buy for them. He’s a good boy but he needs to work harder now he is in the Premier League than he does at present. But he will adjust, no problem.”

“He definitely has something that City miss. He will be ideal for City, especially alongside Carlos Tevez. That will be a very potent partnership.”

Wed 5 January, 2011

Reports: Dzeko in City medical

Wolfsburg striker Edin Dzeko is reportedly due to have a medical on Wednesday or Thursday, paving the way to a 27 million pound move to Manchester City.

The 24-year-old joined Wolfsburg in 2007 and has scored 66 goals from his 111 games for the Bundesliga club.

He is under contract until 2013, but City boss Roberto Mancini revealed on Tuesday the two clubs had agreed a fee for the Bosnian.

Wolfsburg boss Steve McClaren admitted he would be sorry to see the striker depart, but was confident he could succeed in the English Premier League.

“He is a goal scorer who gets them with his left foot, his right foot, his head – he can score all types of goals,” McClaren told the Daily Telegraph.

“He is a good buy for them. He’s a good boy but he needs to work harder now he is in the Premier League than he does at present. But he will adjust, no problem.”

“He definitely has something that City miss. He will be ideal for City, especially alongside Carlos Tevez. That will be a very potent partnership.”

Wed 5 January, 2011

City agree Dzeko fee

Roberto Mancini claims Manchester City have agreed a deal with Wolfsburg for Bosnian striker Edin Dzeko.

Dzeko, 24, is regarded as one of the most sought-after forwards in European football after netting 66 times in his three seasons in the Bundesliga.

The former Teplice man was consistently linked with a move to the Premier League during 2010, and big-spending Manchester City have now emerged as the towering frontman’s most likely destination.

A fee of 27 million pounds has been mooted, with City coach Mancini announcing on Tuesday the player was a step closer to arriving at Eastlands – though personal terms are yet to be agreed.

“I can say that we have agreed with Wolfsburg,” Mancini said.

“I think that Dzeko is a good player. All the teams in Europe want him and everyone says he is a good player.”

“We must wait. When Dzeko is a City player we will talk about him.”

If the transfer goes through, Dzeko will join Carlos Tevez and Mario Balotelli among the first-choice strikers at Mancini’s disposal, with Emmanuel Adebayor, Jo and Roque Santa Cruz all likely to move on.

Tue 4 January, 2011

Mancini talks Dzeko, Arsenal

Edin Dzeko is all the talk, but Arsenal remains the focus for Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini.

The Bosnian striker has attracted wide interest from Europe’s top clubs thanks to his prolific goal tally for Wolfsburg in the Budesliga, with City agreeing a fee for the 24-year-old on Tuesday.

But City’s Italian manager is keen to focus on his side’s crunch match at the Emirates.”I can say that we have agreed with Wolfsburg,” he said.

“Dzeko is a good player and all the teams in Europe want him. At this moment, we must focus on Arsenal. Afterwards we can talk about Dzeko.”

City have suffered a setback ahead of their preparations for game, with key duo Mario Balotelli and David Silva both ruled out through injury. The City manager conceded that Silva’s absence in particular will be a big loss.

“We have a big problem and we will have to change something for the game,” he said.”At the moment, David is a big key player for us and he is playing well.”

The Eastlands club have not won at Arsenal in 35 years and, although Mancini is seeking to end their winless streak, he will adopt a cautious approach for the match.

“Arsenal is a fantastic team and they play great football. We’ve prepared very well, but when two strong teams play each other, anything can happen,” he said.

A win for Arsene Wenger’s men will see them leapfrog City into second place, and Mancini has been impressed with his opposite number’s work this season.

“In his time at Arsenal, he has worked very well and built a strong team which has won titles,” he said.”It’s possible that they can win the title this year. They have incredible players and I like watching them play football.”

“I don’t think there is just one player we are fearful of. They have a good team with more experience this year.”

Tue 4 January, 2011

City agree Dzeko fee

Roberto Mancini claims Manchester City have agreed a deal with Wolfsburg for Bosnian striker Edin Dzeko.

Dzeko, 24, is regarded as one of the most sought-after forwards in European football after netting 66 times in his three seasons in the Bundesliga.

The former Teplice man was consistently linked with a move to the Premier League during 2010, and big-spending Manchester City have now emerged as the towering frontman’s most likely destination.

A fee of 27 million pounds has been mooted, with City coach Mancini announcing on Tuesday the player was a step closer to arriving at Eastlands – though personal terms are yet to be agreed.

“I can say that we have agreed with Wolfsburg,” Mancini said.

“I think that Dzeko is a good player. All the teams in Europe want him and everyone says he is a good player.”

“We must wait. When Dzeko is a City player we will talk about him.”

If the transfer goes through, Dzeko will join Carlos Tevez and Mario Balotelli among the first-choice strikers at Mancini’s disposal, with Emmanuel Adebayor, Jo and Roque Santa Cruz all likely to move on.

Tue 4 January, 2011

Mancini talks Dzeko, Arsenal

Edin Dzeko is all the talk, but Arsenal remains the focus for Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini.

The Bosnian striker has attracted wide interest from Europe’s top clubs thanks to his prolific goal tally for Wolfsburg in the Budesliga, with City agreeing a fee for the 24-year-old on Tuesday.

But City’s Italian manager is keen to focus on his side’s crunch match at the Emirates.”I can say that we have agreed with Wolfsburg,” he said.

“Dzeko is a good player and all the teams in Europe want him. At this moment, we must focus on Arsenal. Afterwards we can talk about Dzeko.”

City have suffered a setback ahead of their preparations for game, with key duo Mario Balotelli and David Silva both ruled out through injury. The City manager conceded that Silva’s absence in particular will be a big loss.

“We have a big problem and we will have to change something for the game,” he said.”At the moment, David is a big key player for us and he is playing well.”

The Eastlands club have not won at Arsenal in 35 years and, although Mancini is seeking to end their winless streak, he will adopt a cautious approach for the match.

“Arsenal is a fantastic team and they play great football. We’ve prepared very well, but when two strong teams play each other, anything can happen,” he said.

A win for Arsene Wenger’s men will see them leapfrog City into second place, and Mancini has been impressed with his opposite number’s work this season.

“In his time at Arsenal, he has worked very well and built a strong team which has won titles,” he said.”It’s possible that they can win the title this year. They have incredible players and I like watching them play football.”

“I don’t think there is just one player we are fearful of. They have a good team with more experience this year.”

Tue 4 January, 2011

Liverpool considering Dzeko Agger swap deal

Dec 27, 2010

Liverpool are looking at the possibility of selling both Daniel Agger and Ryan Babel to German outfit Wolfsburg in order to bring Bosnian forward Edin Dzeko to Anfield.

The Reds have struggled to find an established striking partner for Fernando Torres and are one of many in the hunt for Dzeko, who has also attracted attention from Chelsea and Manchester City.

Dzeko’s reported cash valuation is somewhere around the

Manchester City Lead £33.5m Dzeko Chase as Wolfsburg Look Set to Sell Unhappy Striker

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Eastlands outfit ready to splash the cash on Bundesliga goal machine.

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