Eyal Berkovic in the MEN:
"Every team aims to close the gap on Manchester United and we are no different. It will be difficult to finish above them but if we do, we will have probably won something.
“I know how much the rivalry means to the supporters but we must forget that and concentrate on working hard, improving our game, and showing the rest of world that there is another very good team in the city.
“We cannot wait to get going. With the support that we enjoy we can make this a BIG, BIG season. It is not about me or any other individuals but establishing Manchester City Football Club back at the top.”