Manchester City centre-back Manuel Akanji has admitted that he has taken some inspiration from club legend Vincent Kompany in his career to date.
Akanji arrived at the Etihad Stadium from Borussia Dortmund in the summer transfer window, with the 27-year-old having made 12 appearances for Pep Guardiola's side so far this season. The defender has impressed for the Blues and has also been utilised as a right-back at times in the absence of Kyle Walker.
With Aymeric Laporte having suffered from injury troubles this term, Akanji has partnered both John Stones and Ruben Dias on several occasions at the heart of defence. The defender, who has made eight Premier League starts, will line-up against City teammate Dias when Switzerland face off against Portugal in the Round of 16 at the World Cup.
