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City firmly told to forget attempts to sign Terry
Manchester City manager Mark Hughes has been told he is wasting his time trying to prise John Terry from Chelsea.
Such was the strong tone of the London club's rebuttal it appears Hughes will have to look elsewhere in an attempt to beef up his defence.
Joleon Lescott has been linked with a move to Eastlands but Everton's response should an approach be made is likely to be the same as Chelsea's.
The size of the offer made by City was not revealed in a statement from Chelsea yesterday morning.
However, officials sought to end any further interest in the matter by saying they would "not entertain any conversation on the subject."
City made a bid for the
28-year-old England captain last season when they were also given short shrift.
"We can confirm we have completely rejected an offer from Manchester City for John Terry," a statement on Chelsea's website read.
"It was made clear to City, for a second time following an approach last season, that we would not entertain any conversation on the subject.
"At the time, John also reiterated his total commitment to Chelsea.
"We would like to make it clear, and will not do so again, that John is not for sale."
Chelsea, meanwhile, have confirmed the signing of promising young striker Daniel Sturridge on a four-year deal after his contract expired at City.
The 19-year-old's fee has not been disclosed, but was settled by a tribunal.
Sturridge, nephew of former Derby forward Dean, made 26 appearances for City last season, scoring four times.
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