Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini has invited former teammate Attilio Lombardo to join his coaching staff.
Mancini played with Lombardo at Sampdoria.
Lombardo, 44, said: "I'm proud to work alongside Mancini. I played for a year-and-a-half at Crystal Palace so I know some of the football.
"I'll try to recover what little English I learned. For me this is a great opportunity for professional growth."
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