I doubt it, City have progressed year by year - some years slower than others, but progression nevertheless.
They have not once taken a step backwards, on or off the pitch and they will only get better with bigger name players being attracted due to the calibre of coach they have.
The business they've done behind the scenes with their new training facilities and various global partnerships has turned them into a large empire and is only going to grow further.
Sickiening for us as United supporters, but our club have stood still for years and have been stubborn enough to think we're untouchable because of the strength of our brand, ala "Biggest Club in the World" - well they need to wake up and smell the bloody coffee because no one seems to think we're the biggest anymore, in England, yes, but not globally.
Relying on 'tradition' and keeping things 'British' has hindered our growth. Football has evolved quickly and we're stuttering through the transition.