Football Empire

   Carlos Tevez expressed his desire to leave Manchester City in the summer. Tevez sees no way back and the decision remains final. However Tevez will continue training with City and will inform the Italian manager Roberto Mancini that he will not refuse to play and will be available for selection.

   "The position is crystal clear - Carlos Tevez will return to training on Tuesday and has not refused to play. If he is asked to play on Thursday, he will play, for sure he will. The attitude of the manager, though, might be that he wants to put him on the bench from now until the end of the season, which, of course, is his prerogative."If this matter goes to FIFA, then so be it. Any compensation that FIFA might award to City would be less than the amount they can command in the transfer market for the player. It would make sense to sell the player, that is the sensible solution all round. Let's hope the club sees reason."