Manchester City midfielder Samir Nasri has joined Spanish side Sevilla on a season-long loan this afternoon.

The Frenchman has fallen down the pecking order under new boss Pep Guardiola and has been forced to go abroad in order to pick up first team football.

@ManCity it's been a pleassure thanks to everyone in the club and the fans for the 5 amazing years and wish you best of luck for the season

— Samir Nasri Official (@SamNasri19) August 31, 2016

The 29-year-old joined Manchester City from Arsenal in 2011 and has made over 120 appearances for the club. During his five years with the club he has scored 18 times.