Looking back through the history books for the events, signings and memorable matches that happened on this day in City’s history.

Thursday 15^th August 1996

City’s relegation to the second tier means several top earners have to be culled in order to balance the books – among them is the hugely popular Niall Quinn, believed to be one of the highest-paid players at the time, who is sold to Sunderland.

Quinn had joined City from Arsenal in 1991 for £700,000 and went on to form a devastating partnership with David White before moving to the Black Cats where he would eventually finish his career and later become chairman.

Quinn remains a popular figure among the City faithful.