Boyata signs new City contract

The academy graduate has caught the eye after breaking into the first team since the appointment of Mancini as manager in December. He made his debut in January's FA Cup third round victory at Middlesbrough and starred in City's dramatic Carling Cup semi-final defeat to Manchester United later that month. "I'm delighted that Dedryck has signed," Mancini told the club's official website. "I think he impressed a lot of people with his maturity, especially in the games against United." "He's a young man learning how to be the best player he possibly can be and will continue to improve. "I'm a manager that puts a lot of faith in bringing players through the academy system and have been pleased to give several City players their chance to play in the first team."