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By Simon Sinclair<\/h3>\n

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Nigel De Jong<\/a> has revealed the main reason he signed for Manchester City<\/a> was to win trophies and he is hopeful he can become a big part of the club’s history in the seasons to come.<\/p>\n

The midfielder had been out of action for a month after injuring his ankle but is now fully focused on getting back in the City team and helping them win their first trophy in 35 years.<\/p>\n

Roberto Mancini\u2019s side will play bitter rivals Manchester United in the semi-finals of the FA Cup next month and the Dutchman admits the Sky Blues are hungry for success.<\/p>\n

He told the Manchester Evening News<\/em>: \u201cThat\u2019s the main reason I came to Manchester City. Everybody knew that.<\/p>\n

\u201cI want to be a big part of history at Manchester City. Success has to start somewhere, and any chance of silverware is welcome.<\/p>\n

\u201cYou\u2019ve got to feed that hunger among the team. That\u2019s why I came here \u2013 because I want to win a trophy.\u201d<\/p>\n

De Jong has admitted it has been hard for him to return to fitness after four weeks out but he believes the injury is fully healed and is now looking to play games to get him up to match speed.<\/p>\n

He added: \u201cIt\u2019s difficult to come back after more than a month out.<\/p>\n

\u201cCondition wise, I\u2019m still lacking a little bit to be honest. But the injury is OK now.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s great for me to be back in the City squad now.<\/p>\n

\u201cI want to do the best for my team. I try to get everybody involved to get the spirit going.\u201d<\/p>\n

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