RCM – Fernandinho
An ideal partner for Yaya Toure – allowing the Ivory Coast international to push forward while he commands a deeper role. Fernandinho could be key to City’s title hopes in keeping their attacking midfield secure.
LCM – Yaya Toure
Toure’s absence at the Africa Cup of Nations was perhaps key in seeing Chelsea extend their lead after the festive period. City will want the midfield powerhouse at his best for the next nine months.