Manchester City recall Dedryck Boyata from FC Twente

Premier League champions frustrated by lack of playing time for defender

Dedryck Boyata (Mike Poloway)

Premier League champions Manchester City have recalled Dedryck Boyata from his loan at Eredivisie side FC Twente.

A statement on City's official website read: "The Belgian defender could well continue his education at another club in the coming weeks having played just eight games for Steve McLaren's side."

The 22-year-old spent also last season on loan with Bolton, but was unable to prevent the Trotters being relegated to the npower Championship.

City have also revealed that Italian striker Luca Scapuzzi, 21, has joined Serie B side AS Varese on loan until the end of the season.

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