Barry's Sky Blue thinking

GARETH BARRY feels Manchester City will have to get used to being the centre of attention if they are to fulfil their grand plans.

Not for the first time this season, the Blues found themselves plastered all over the back pages last week following an alleged bust-up between manager Roberto Mancini and forward Craig Bellamy.

Mancini played down the row reports and Bellamy was introduced as a substitute during yesterday's 0-0 draw with Liverpool at Eastlands.

"As a club we are in transition," said England star Barry. "We have spent a lot of money and we are looking to reach the top.

"But these things come with it. It was not even a row but it made the headlines."