Roberto Mancini 'frustrated' by Carlos Tevez row

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has admitted that he is disappointed with the breakdown of his relationship with Carlos Tevez.

The Argentine appears to be close to sealing a move to Italian champions AC Milan following a succession of bust-ups with the Italian boss.

Speaking ahead of his team's match against Stoke City this evening, Mancini has conceded that City are a better team with Tevez included.

"We were better with Carlos in the squad because he is a fantastic striker," said Mancini.

"I had a good relationship with him and he was always well behaved.

"I don't know what happened but it was really strange and frustrating because we were better, 100%."

Tevez is currently in his native Argentina as City and Milan attempt to reach an agreement.