He was there in 2003 when Swansea City almost dropped out of the Football League. He was there throughout their Hollywood rise through the divisions. And he is still there now as the Welsh club battle to remain in the Premier League.
So Leon Britton is certainly well qualified to speak about those fine margins that are the difference between success and failure in football.
At 34, Britton was keeping the Swansea midfield ticking over as they were left frustrated in a stalemate with Watford on Saturday. And although they remain second bottom in the standings, Britton isn’t worried yet.