He wasn't just a part of that - it is hard to imagine that side without him. He was the boss, dictated everything we do, our possession was never in doubt, folding was never an option. He was the best in the league in a time players like keane were at their peak, and guys like Gerard admitted they were light years away from him. I thin it's not ott to claim that between 2000-2005 he was simply the best in the world in his position.
However, if he will be making a habit of raiding our squad and use his influence for that, I won't keep praising him: he works for city. He's on the same side as Cashly, Gallas and Adbor ATM, though obviously he doesn't belong on the same shelf once he's done.
