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Aleksandar Kolarov Completes Transfer to Roma from Manchester City

Aleksandar Kolarov has completed a move to Roma after departing Manchester City on Saturday.

City confirmed the deal on their official website as the defender makes his way to Serie A.

The 31-year-old departs City as manager Pep Guardiola shuffles the pack ahead of the new campaign.

Sky in Italy (h/t Rory O'Callaghan of Sky Sports) reported the capital city giants had a £5.8 million offer for the Serbia international accepted on Friday.

Speaking to City's website, Kolarov explained his feelings as he leaves the English team:

"When I came in 2010, honestly, I didn’t expect to play so long.