Cafu. Philipp Lahm. Paolo Maldini. Roberto Carlos. Kyle Walker?
It is among such esteemed company that Pep Guardiola suggested the former Manchester City player belongs when he spoke to the media before Walker's return to Etihad Stadium with new club Burnley on Saturday.
For fans watching on as the hosts look to hoist themselves up from mid-table against their newly promoted Lancashire neighbours, Walker's return will prompt fond memories of the six Premier League titles City won during his time at the club.
But were his contributions to a golden era enough to earn him a place among these generational legends?