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Man City star Fernandinho labeled the 'ultimate' defensive-midfielder

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straight to your inboxFernandinho is the 'ultimate' defensive-midfielder of his generation, according to former Manchester City captain Richard Dunne.The Brazilian arrived in Manchester from Shakhtar Donetsk in 2013 and has since gone on to become one of City's most important players.Fernandinho even showed his versatility by stepping in at centre-back when he was needed last season as the Blues suffered from injuries and a lack of options in defence.

Although, now 35 and reaching the twilight of his career, he has been overtaken by Rodri as the first choice at the base of midfield, Dunne still rates Fernandinho highly. “He’s the ultimate defensive midfielder in this era,” Dunne told City's official website. “Having him as the organiser is.

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