Bernardo Silva needs no introduction to modern football fans, with the little Portuguese playmaker and winger one of the most decorated men still playing.
Since arriving at City in 2017, Bernardo has played more times for Pep Guardiola’s incredible City side than anyone else.
He’s now on 390 appearances in his eighth season, with only 16 men pulling on the shirt more than him.
In that time he’s lifted a whopping 17 major honours, including six Premier League titles and the Champions League as part of our historic Treble in 2023.
Paul Lake was one of the most talented players of his star-studded generation, winning the FA Youth Cup in 1986 and seemingly set for a glittering career.
However, a string of knee injuries hampered his ability to reach his true potential and he eventually played just 134 times for us before being forced to retire.
Speak to City fans of a certain vintage and they’ll leave you in no doubt of the sparkling talent Lake possessed and he remains a favourite at the Etihad to this day.
Counterparts sees the pair come together to share their love of the game and exchange stories about their time at Manchester City.
This is the latest episode in a City Studios series that has already seen Ruben Dias meet fellow defensive wall Andy Morrison.
It’s a chat not to be missed!
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