Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has continued to be evasive over speculation linking the club with a move for Robin van Persie.
The Arsenal striker, who hit 37 goals in all competitions last season, has reportedly attracted interest from Juventus, Paris Saint-Germain and the Premier League champions, and with the Dutchman, as yet, failing to agree new terms on a contract that expires in just 12 months’ time, speculation is rife that a big-money move to the Etihad Stadium could be imminent.
However, Mancini has acted quickly to distance himself from the conjecture, without categorically ruling out a bid for the forward.
The Italian told Sky Sports Italia: "Van Persie? He is an Arsenal player and I don't want to disrespect Wenger."
"We have four strikers and we will start the preseason in five days, it's unlikely there will be major changes in such a short time,” he added.