The club is delighted to confirm that Patrick Vieira will be staying with City after taking up the option of a one-year extension to his contract.

The veteran French midfielder moved to City on a six month deal in January, having previously worked with manager Roberto Mancini at Inter Milan.

He made 14 appearances for the Blues, scoring in the 6-1 win over Burnley at Turf Moor, and his experience is sure to prove to be invaluable next season when City seek to make progress both domestically and in the Europa League.