Man City boss Mancini: Nielsen understands Fulop arrival

Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini is confident Gunnar Nielsen understands the decision to sign Sunderland goalkeeper Marton Fulop on emergency loan.

Faroe Islands international Nielsen could take the decision as a slap in the face.

But Mancini told City's website: "I don't think it's a case of Gunnar being disappointed. We spoke about it. Gunnar is a good guy, he understands the situation. This is a very big week for the club.

"We had only one fit goalkeeper - it is impossible that you can play these three games with only one goalkeeper. For us, it was very important to bring in another goalkeeper."