Former Leeds United player Kalvin Phillips has just been signed by Manchester City after making a name for himself on the England squad and helping his home team reach the Premier League in 2020 after a 16-year absence.
But off the pitch, he has gathered a fan base for his candid openness about his difficult childhood, and his close friendship with Manchester rapper Aitch.
The 26-year-old midfielder has just been signed by Pep Guardiola to Manchester City for over £42 million, despite recent injury.