Manchester City signing Sergio Gomez admits club legend Vincent Kompany has had a big influence on his career.

Gomez worked with Kompany for two seasons at Anderlecht, with the latter taking charge of Burnley this season.

“Of course [I spoke to him]," Gomez told mancity.com.

“I talked to him a few days ago when I knew about City's interest in signing me.

“He was very happy for me, he told me this would be a huge step in my career and that I was making the right decision by coming here."

The former Barcelona youth prospect played his best football under the 36-year-old, who converted him into a left-back after he had previously been used in wide and central midfield roles at Huesca and Borussia Dortmund.

“He called me and said I could do very well in that position," Gomez added.

“To be honest I was a little bit surprised. I didn't expect it, but he seemed very sure about the decision, and that gave me confidence.

“I will always be thankful to Vincent for the opportunity. I'm still playing as a left-back and I really enjoy it.

“It was an honour [to play for him] because I was a City fan when I was a kid and Kompany was the captain. A role model for all of us.

“I will always be thankful to have worked with him, especially after how well we did last season."