There have been some memorable captains in the Premier League era over the past 28 years, with some having gone on to lift multiple league titles.

Of course, City have had one or two standout leaders themselves but we will be looking right across all the clubs who have played in the top flight over the past few decades for our choices.

All of those that we will consider have left lasting legacies at their clubs and have made telling contributions during their time as players.

Press the “next page” as we look at the five most influential captains that have played since the Premier League’s inception in 1992.