Former Manchester City defender Aleksandar Kolarov has hailed his time at The Etihad as one of the most ‘beautiful’ times in his life.

The Serbia international left City last summer to join AS Roma, where he subsequently helped them to the Champions League semi-final and third placed finish in Serie A.

And while Kolarov is enjoying life in Rome, the 32-year-old says City still holds a special place in his heart.

“I consider my time as a Citizen as one of the most beautiful periods of my life,” said Kolarov on the club’s official website, “Two Premier League titles, one FA Cup, two League Cups — I won’t forget those. And, of course, there was the best moment.

“Everyone remembers where they were when they heard …

“Agüeroooooooooooooooooooooooooo!”

“We’ll always have that.”

City stormed to the Premier League title last term, reaching 100 points on the final day with victory over Southampton – the highest ever total in the English top division.

And Kolarov says he was thrilled to see his former side do so well.

“Honestly, I still consider City my club,” he continued.

“A few months ago, when City were close to the title, Edin Džeko and I were watching the Manchester United-West Brom game on our team bus on the way to our match. United lost, which is funny because West Brom were last in the table. And Manchester was blue, again.

“It was a nice moment for us. I will remember those fans forever, and the club holds a special place in my heart.”