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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Ian Parker

Kevin De Bruyne plays down concerns over Erling Haaland’s early involvement with Man City

PA Wire

Kevin De Bruyne credited Erling Haaland with making the spaces that helped Manchester City romp to a 4-0 win over Bournemouth on Saturday.

Much was made of the fact the marquee signing got only eight touches in his 74 minutes on the pitch. The Norwegian did not get his first until the 19th minute, but it was a key one as he played in Ilkay Gundogan to score the opening goal.

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