Man City heroes like Jack Grealish enjoyed visiting the hospital

The campaign has raised more than £200,000 towards community projects for young people in Greater Manchester

City’s England centre-back John Stones almost looks like he’s an interviewer as he chats with this girl

Grealish embraced his part in the Christmas chapter of City’s scheme helping the youth of Manchester

The reaction of this fan shows just how much the visit meant

Funds raised so far equate to 5,750 hours of free mentoring for young people.

Jack Grealish was among City men’s and women’s first-teamers to hand out more than 500  gift bags at Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital.

Defender John Stones said: “I hope those memories go some way towards creating a special Christmas for them all.

“It makes me proud to know City and our fans are creating real, impactful opportunities for young people through the club’s festive campaign.”

Wing sensation Jeremy Doku wore a smile as bright as the kids’ as he joined team-mates around the hospital.

The club’s City in the Community scheme “supports city youth to empower healthier lives through football”.

Its designed to boost mental and as well as physical health.

City also give gifts to kids staying in the Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital over Christmas.

Winger Jeremy Doku shows he can raise a smile and match it himself

John Stones was on hand to help start Christmas early at Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital

City put their own blue spin on Christmas

Tactics went out the window as City stars joined this game

Stones posed for photos with patients at the Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital in Manchester, also delivering gifts