There are some footballers you just never forget. Diego Maradona for his flamboyantly gifted dribbling ability and skill. Zinedine Zidane for the way he controlled and bossed the midfield. Roberto Carlos for his astounding set pieces. Michu for his time at Swansea.
Yes, comparing the Spanish striker with some of the greats mentioned here is slightly over the top although seasons such as the one Michu had in 2012/13 are few and far between. He netted 22 times in all competitions for Swansea and certainly adorned the love of the club’s supporters, may it only have been for a year or so. Nonetheless, in that brief period, through his nonchalant play style, his distinctive aura and simply the way in which he covered his ear with his hand when scoring, the Spaniard made himself someone both Swans fans and the streets will always remember.
The now-36-year-old resides back in his homeland after calling time on his playing days in which he endured a fleeting rise and melancholic fall, turning out for numerous clubs in Spain, England and Italy in a fascinating journey.