sentences:  On 2 June 2008, Manchester City confirmed by club statement that they had parted company with Eriksson by "mutual consent", with Eriksson still having two years left on his contract.Following news of his departure, the City supporters' groups organised a petition with around 14,000 signatures which was handed to the club.On 3 June 2008, Eriksson was officially signed to become manager of the Mexico national team.