The fact that top sides are chasing Milner tells you everything you need to know

It would be one thing if the likes of West Ham United were trying to score Milner on a free once his current deal runs out but a host of top sides at home and even abroad are looking at the versatile player.

Milner is someone who can play just about anywhere and managers know a player like that is worth his weight in gold. Add to that his work ethic and experience and you have a player who can also mentor the kids and bring a whole lot to the dressing room.

It is not beyond the realms of possibility that City could even build a coaching clause into his contract and try and persuade him that by staying for another few years as a player, he can then seamlessly move into coaching and extend his career.