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David McDonnell

Man City sign Sergio Gomez from Anderlecht and give him iconic shirt number

Sergio Gomez Anderlecht Pep Guardiola Manchester City

Manchester City have confirmed the signing of Anderlecht defender Sergio Gomez in a deal worth £11million plus add-ons.

The left-back had signed a four-year deal and will wear the No. 21 shirt, previously worn by club legend David Silva.

Spain Under-21 star Gomez will give City boss Pep Guardiola competition for Joao Cancelo at left-back, following Okeksandr Zinchenko’s move to Arsenal.

Gomez, 21, said: “I am incredibly proud and happy to have joined Manchester City.

"City are the best team in England and in Pep Guardiola I have a chance to learn and develop under the most outstanding manager in world football.

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