http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Denis_Su%C3%A1rezDenis Suárez Fernández (born 6 January 1994) is a Spanish footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder for Manchester City.
Denis Suárez signed for Manchester City on 23 May 2011. Manchester City beat off interest from Barcelona, Chelsea and rivals Manchester United signing him for an initial fee of £850,000 that could rise by £2.75 million depending on appearances and performances.[1] He is considered as a bright talent and a possible future replacement for David Silva.[2]
Suárez played in the 2011-12 pre-season friendly match against Los Angeles Galaxy, replacing Edin Dzeko in 88th minute. He also converted a penalty in the penalty shootout in the same game. In 2012, he was awarded Manchester City's Young Player of the Year as voted for by the fans. He was an unused substitute in the League Cup game against Birmingham City. In the next round of the League Cup, he made his first competitive debut for the club by replacing Samir Nasri in the 67th minute in the 5–2 win against Wolverhampton Wanderers. On 17 May 2012, Suarez starred for Manchester City reserves against Manchester United reserves in Manchester Senior Cup, although Manchester city lost 2-0.[3] By the end of the 2011-12 Premier League season, it was reported that Dutch club Feyenoord were seeking to sign Suarez on a loan deal, after the success of John Guidetti.[4]
[edit]International career
Suárez has been capped by Spain U17 and has scored two goals for the team, against Moldova and Northern Ireland. He was also a member of the Spain U19 which won the 2012 Under-19 European Championship.
