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In the English Premier League, the ranks of the club that finished 14th are still thinning. On Tuesday, the team decided to part ways with French defender Sylvain Distin, who motivated his departure as a desire for "new challenges". The 29-year-old footballer, whose contract was set to expire after this season, was offered a new long-term contract by the 'Man City' management. However, the defender turned down the opportunity to become the best-paid player in the team's history and instead decided to end his five-year career at Manchester City. Until the end of last week, S. Distin was negotiating with the 'City' team for a new contract, through which he would earn a sum of 40 thousand pounds sterling per week. "It was an incredibly tough decision, but I just want new challenges," said the French legionnaire, who is currently linked with a transfer to another team. "I spent very pleasant years at the 'Man City' club and wish them all the best, but I want to try my luck somewhere else," added the defender. The former 'Newcastle' player was close to moving to 'Man United' last summer, but couldn't agree on personal contract terms. Clubs from London and may be interested in the Frenchman who has become a free agent, but the central defender is likely to strengthen the club where he will get more playing time. This season, S. Distin scored two goals in the English Premier League and finished third in the club's Player of the Year awards after playing just one championship match for 'Man City'.
