Taiwo talks up City interest

Marseille defender Taye Taiwo has admitted he is honoured to be linked with a move to Manchester City. It is understood Mark Hughes will offer £8 million for the defender in January

''I know a lot of clubs, notably English ones, are following me,'' the 23-year-old is quoted as saying in L'Equipe. ''Manchester City? Yes, that is a club who would like me, like other clubs I have heard about here and there.

''But once again, it is up to the directors at OM to decide. Me, I am very happy at Marseille.''