'Pep also loves golf and wanted to know what my handicap was'

During his time with City, Knight never featured in the first team again after his Wembley appearance, but did play in 10 EFL Trophy matches for the under-21s.

He does not have any regrets about the time he spent rubbing shoulders with, and tying his boot laces alongside, some of the game's elite.

"It was difficult [to leave], to go from a world that's hard to imagine unless you're in it," he said.

"You walk into the changing room and people like [Kevin] De Bruyne are there, superstars. Even little things like the food you eat and the transport – you will get a flight to an FA Youth Cup game. Academies don't have that unless you're at the top."

And what of the main man himself? What was it like to work under Guardiola?

"He's a really nice guy, probably the best coach ever and for me to be able to work with him is something I'll always remember," said Knight.

"I'm proud to say that I made my debut for Man City which is something that not many people can say and especially being at Wembley. I'm just really grateful I was able to do that.

"He's quite an intense guy and wants perfection, or to get as close to it as you can be. If you're not in the right position, he'll let you know, but if you are, he'll also let you know. I think there's a fine balance [he has], being demanding but then also praising [players] and doing the right thing."

Knight added: "He also loves his golf and wanted to know what my handicap was. I wouldn't say we had a close relationship because I wasn't with him all the time, but when we spoke we got on really well."