Liverpool came in for me but I signed for Man City – maybe I should've joined Reds instead

Retired winger Scott Sinclair reflects on choosing Manchester City over Liverpool in 2012, suggesting the Reds might have been the better career move.

Scott Sinclair, who retired at the end of the 2024/25 season after three years with Bristol Rovers, has reflected on a pivotal decision from 2012. After impressing at Swansea City with 36 goals in 91 games, the winger attracted interest from multiple top-flight clubs, including both Manchester City and Liverpool. Sinclair opted to join City for £8 million but struggled for playing time due to competition for places. In a recent interview, the 37-year-old admitted that joining Liverpool under then-manager Brendan Rodgers might have been the better choice for his career development.