Posted by Tom Mallows and Betfair's View

By Tom Mallows -

Manchester City striker Emmanuel Adebayor could be on his way out of Eastlands. The Togo striker was left on the bench for much of his side's opening league game against Tottenham, coming on with just eight minutes to go. His position has become more fragile with the signing of Italian front man Mario Balotelli. Real Madrid are keen to take Adebayor to the Bernabeu and are weighing up a move for the 26-year-old who scored 14 Premier League goals.

Real were one of the teams who took an interest in Adebayor last summer before City stepped in with £25 million bid to secure their man from Arsenal. Adebayor was given a full match in the week in the 1-0 Europa League victory over Romanian team Timisoara though which will give him some confidence.

He won't settle for a bit part place in this team but it looks as though Mancini is still confident in the striker. His record in the Premier League is pretty prolific, in his three years at Arsenal, Adebayor scored 46 goals for the Gunners. His carried that form with him to City and his 14 goals came in only 29 matches, including a goal against his former club which resulted in him running the length of the pitch to celebrate in front of the Gunners fans.

Adebayor has made it clear he isn't seeking a move and is happy at Eastlands. If he spends more of this season on the bench he may be forced to reassess his options. With rival strikers Jo, Robinho and Roque Santa Cruz on the verge of leaving the club, Adebayor will be crucial to Mancini. Despite Balotelli scoring on his debut against Timisoara, he has no experience of the Premier League and could take a while to adapt to the league. Many people have made Manchester City betting tips Manchester City betting tips for the title, but they need a proven goalscorer if they are to live up to this.

Adebayor knows what it takes to succeed in this league, his partnership with Carlos Tevez last year was a fruitful one and should be given a chance this season. Another bonus for City is the fact that Adebayor will be able to fully focus on his club side after taking the decision to retire from international football, meaning he won't be forced to travel to represent his country.

Meanwhile, most people now make Wolves betting tips Wolves betting tips to stay up this season after the side took four points from their first two games.

The side face Newcastle United in their next game.