Hughes backs Jo to go

3rd December 2008

Manchester City manager Mark Hughes is convinced £18million summer signing Jo will prove his worth at Eastlands.

The Brazilian striker, 21, could return to the side against Paris St Germain in the UEFA Cup at Eastlands after recently being on the fringes.

While Robinho has settled in quickly following his summer move, Jo has struggled to adapt after arriving from CSKA Moscow, but Hughes believes Jo will come good.

"He is a young player who has come into a stronger league than he has been used to, " said the City boss.

"It takes time and it is harder for forwards to integrate straight away. Robinho has been able to adapt quicker but he is a more experienced player.

"Jo has found it a little bit of a struggle but he is working hard in training. He will get better."