Manchester City fans in the Transfer Tavern are concerned by the latest reports, which suggest an iconic figure at their club could be prized away.
The Daily Star state Patrick Vieira is in contention to become the new boss of New York City FC, following the departure of Jason Kreis after the Citizens-owned club failed to qualify for the play-offs in the MLS season.
Currently in charge of the Premier League leader’s development squad, Vieira is highly-rated behind the scenes and is tipped for a successful managerial career in the future.
Vieira could make the first-steps by taking over the newly-blooded MLS franchise, who boast an impressive squad with Frank Lampard, Andrea Pirlo and David Villa amongst their ranks.
Soccer in the United States is on the rise and the potential arrival of 39-year-old Vieira as a manager will be considered a major coup, with the former Arsenal captain being linked to high-profile positions in England during recent months.
Citizens are the bar are concerned that they will suffer if they lose Vieira, believing he is the perfect future manager for their club.
City fans, should Vieira move to New York to continue his managerial development? Let us know in the comments below!
