David Silva, Sergio Aguero and Vincent Kompany are just three names who are etched into City history forever.
But, if we are talking trophies and influence on the team-mates around them, then Carson is right up there alongside these City legends.
Just ask Pep Guardiola. The Catalan has managed the best City have had to offer in modern times, but he encourages young players to learn from the veteran goalkeeper.
“I was fortunate in Manchester to know this guy,” said Guardiola. “Sometimes as a manager you get the opportunity to know people like him – he’s like a captain, built incredible love for the team. I’m pretty sure when we need him, he’ll respond!
“The best advice I could give to the young players is to stay around Scott Carson as much as possible in the locker room and on the pitch.
“It would be better than being with me. If they spend a lot of time, listen to him and pay attention, that is the best advice and learning they can get about their future careers.
“Every second he is training and every minute you get on the pitch and in the changing room [with Carson], you value.
“It’s like the young actors have to be with the old actors on the set. They are wiser and have the values of the profession.”
