Robinho isn't surprised by the sacking of Mark Hughes at Manchester City.

The Brazilian winger hasn't always seen eye-to-eye with Hughes, who has been replaced by Italian Roberto Mancini.

And, last night, Robinho told The Sun: "I want to talk with Mancini. I've heard good news about his work and City still have plenty of time to finish the season well.

"The decision for Hughes to go was down to the owners but it did not come as a surprise after all the rumours.

"But the Champions League zone is not so far for us and we are in the Carling Cup semi-finals. Performances have not been so negative as some people think."