Mark Hughes insists he doesn't mind Manchester City's new owners talking up the prospect of big-names arriving at Eastlands.

"There has been a lot of hype surrounding the club, so perhaps some of the comments are understandable," said the former Wales coach.

"But it is early days for us. When you think about it, we have had the benefit of one day in the transfer window to address the weaknesses that were in the team.

"We will have another opportunity in January, when we will try to bring more good players to the club.

"If we are still in touch, which we expect to be, we can sustain a challenge right to the end."