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Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne needs trophies to be best - Guardiola

MANCHESTER -- Kevin De Bruyne must win trophies if he is to be considered one of the world's greatest players, Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has said.

De Bruyne has been in outstanding form this season, with Stoke boss Mark Hughes hailing him as the best player in the Premier League after he helped City beat the Potters 7-2 on Saturday.

Guardiola, asked whether De Bruyne could become the best player in the world, said no one can compare to Lionel Messi and told a news conference: "The best is just one.

"If you want Kevin to be considered one of the best, he has to win titles.