Get the City transfer window latest, team news, match updates and analysis delivered straight to your inbox After the long pursuit of Harry Kane ended, Manchester City turned their focus to five-time Ballon d'Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo.
A truly dramatic few hours saw Ronaldo make a fairytale return to Manchester United on Friday, City having been favourites for his signature earlier in the day after being offered the 36-year-old's serviced by agent Jorge Mendes last week.
Whether we like it or not, agents are an integral part of football. Despite the endless examples of clubs and high-profile intermediaries having a tainted relationship after a deal falls through, City must maintain a healthy working relationship with Mendes.
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