Roberto Mancini's most used players by appearances for Manchester City

Roberto Mancini successfully guided Manchester City to a first major trophy in 35 years when they won the FA Cup in 2010/11, before winning the club's first top-flight title in 44 years just 12 months later.

In the below list, we look at which players the Italian manager used the most during his time at the club between 2009 and 2013.

1. Gareth Barry

With the most Premier League appearances of all-time, it's no surprise to see Gareth Barry at the top of another list as he played more games for Roberto Mancini at Manchester City than any other player.

2. Vincent Kompany

Arguably Manchester City's most important player in Premier League history, Vincent Kompany is second in this list.

The Belgian defender went on to achieve legendary status at the club - captaining his side to 12 trophies during his 11-year stay at City.

3. Joe Hart

Joe Hart was an instrumental figure in between the sticks for Roberto Mancini's Manchester City and the goalkeeper won the Golden Glove across three consecutive top-flight seasons.

4. David Silva

Signed by Roberto Mancini in 2010, David Silva was an integral part of Manchester City's success for the best part of a decade.

The Spanish magician was named in the PFA Team of the Year three times and won a number of individual and team accolades throughout his time at the club.

5. Pablo Zabaleta

Pablo Zabaleta is arguably one of the most consistent right-backs in Premier League history and achieved cult hero status at the club across his nine seasons at Manchester City.

6. Yaya Toure

Yaya Toure was a vital part of Roberto Mancini's success at Manchester City and the former midfielder reunited with the Italian to become the assistant manager of the Saudi Arabian national team in November 2023.

7. Carlos Tevez

From being made club captain to allegedly refusing to come on as a substitute, it's fair to say the relationship between Carlos Tevez and manager Roberto Mancini was often a point of discussion.

8. Joleon Lescott

Roberto Mancini often chose Joleon Lescott to partner Kompany in the heart of the defence and the two forged an impressive partnership during Manchester City's early success.

9. James Milner

James Milner was, and continues to be, trusted by a number of high-profile managers and Roberto Mancini was another one.

The Italian used Milner's versatility to fill a number of positions during his time in charge of the Citizens.

10. Edin Dzeko

Roberto Mancini signed Edin Dzeko for the sixth most expensive Premier League transfer fee in history in January 2011 and the striker scored some crucial goals throughout his five years in England.