Yaya Toure has issued an apology to Manchester City for the public
war of words he and his agent have engaged in with manager Pep Guardiola
over recent weeks.
The midfielder has been frozen out of action at the Etihad Stadium by
the Catalan boss as a result, but released a statement on Friday in a
bid to help melt the ice.
"I wish to apologise - on behalf of myself and those who represent
me - to the management team and all those working at the club for the
misunderstandings from the past," Toure said.
"Those statements do not represent my views on the club or the people who work there.
"I have nothing but respect for Manchester City and only wish the best for the football club.
"I am immensely proud to have played a part in the club's history and
want to help City succeed further. I live to play football and
entertain the fans.
"On that note, I would like to thank all of the fans for their
messages through this difficult period. This means a great deal to me
and my family."
Toure has played only once for the Citizens under Guardiola, turning
out as they eased through the second leg of a Champions League playoff
against Steaua Bucharest in August.
He has been frozen out of the squad since then, with his manager
insistant that he offered a public apology before he could feature
again.
Now the 33-year-old has completed his part of the bargain, he will
hope to be involved in City's plans for their forthcoming fixtures.
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