Garcia: City England's biggest club

  • Last Updated: September 5 2012, 13:44 BST

Javi Garcia claims he has joined the "biggest club in England" after completing a deadline-day move to Manchester City from Benfica.

Javi Garcia was at the Etihad on Saturday
Javi Garcia was at the Etihad on Saturday

The former Real Madrid midfielder linked up with City on a £16million deal as the summer window swung shut.

The 25-year-old feels his new employers have the potential to become a European heavyweight under the guidance of Roberto Mancini and their ambitious owners.

"Without a doubt, I'm at the biggest club in England and one of the biggest in Europe," said Garcia.

"So I'm very proud but also aware that I'm joining a great side full of top players.

"The Champions League group is a tough one but it'll be a lot of fun. The Real Madrid game is a great way to start out but we have the team and players to compete against any opposition."