Siderov makes statement about Carlos Tevez

Volen Siderov today broke off from his presidential campaign trail to offer his support to Roberto Mancini following Carlos Tevez's refusal to pay for Manchester City last night.

Rumors that Mancini was about to quit the Manchester club and take up the vacant managerial position at Roma were rejected by Siderov.  "I have always loved football (hooliganism) and Carlos will never join Roma, if I have my way" said Siderov.

A protest meeting will be held this evening at all major cities in Bulgaria and a Facebook page called "We'll break your legs if you join Roma, Roberto" has also been set up. Over 70,000 people had "liked" the page at 9.00 am this morning.

You can see Siderov's reaction here: