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Alex Brotherton

Erling Haaland makes Karim Benzema comparison as he outlines Man City ambition

Erling Haaland has revealed that one of his main motivations for joining Manchester City was his desire to improve and develop as a player.

City ended their hunt for a new striker this summer when they signed Haaland from Borussia Dortmund for £51million. The 22-year-old has made a fine start to life at the Etihad Stadium, scoring three goals in his first three Premier League games including a brace on his debut.

City fought hard with Real Madrid to win the striker's signature, as the Spanish giants were widely believed to be the frontrunners to sign him. Haaland ultimately chose City, with the opportunity to work with Pep Guardiola and some of the best players in the world too good to turn down.

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