Man City signing Pizarro: I had Juventus offer

David Pizarro admits he chose Manchester City over Juventus.

The AS Roma midfielder joined City on deadline day last week.

"It all happened very quickly. (Roberto) Mancini was important for the final choice, I was close to Juventus, but when City's offer arrived I did not think twice," said the Chile international.

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