Sport | FootballDavid Villa makes New York City switch Lone soldier: David Villa became New York City's first ever player on MondayAndy Hodgson2 June 2014New York City FC have announced the signing of Spain international David Villa.The newly-formed Major League Soccer club, who are jointly owned by Manchester City and the New York Yankees, confirmed on their Twitter account that the 32-year-old was their first-ever player.The club tweeted: "Welcome to New York City: David Villa (Guaje7Villa) officially signs as #NYCFC's first ever player. #VillatoNYCFC."MORE ABOUTDavid VillaNew York City