He becomes City 's first big signing of the summer after a $ 19 m deal . The year - old could end up costing City $ 26 m depending on various clauses . Boss Roberto Mancini could start Rodwell in Premier League match against Southampton . Meanwhile , Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart will miss England 's friendly against Italy on Wednesday with a back injury . England midfielder hoping to earn his third international cap against Italy on Wednesday .
He becomes City 's first big signing of the summer after a $ 19 m deal . The year - old could end up costing City $ 26 m depending on various clauses . Boss Roberto Mancini could start Rodwell in Premier League match against Southampton . England midfielder hoping to earn his third international cap against Italy on Wednesday .