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Fernandinho was voted by fellow players to be Manchester City's captain after David Silva's departure. AP
Fernandinho was voted by fellow players to be Manchester City's captain after David Silva's departure. AP
Pep Guardiola set for friendly contract chat with 'magnificent' Manchester City captain Fernandinho
Brazilian is in his eighth season at City, and while he is no longer a first choice, the midfielder has excelled when used of late