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It’s too soon for Neville to compare Man City star with Man Utd legend

Former Manchester United star Gary Neville has likened Kevin De Bruyne to David Beckham, but the comparison appears to be a bit premature.

The Belgium international was a key figure in Manchester City’s 5-0 demolition of Liverpool on Saturday, with his delightful through ball setting up Sergio Aguero for the host’s opening goal.

Neville told Sky Sports that De Bruyne’s performance reminded him of his former teammate.

“Kevin de Bruyne has sensational quality, he really has,” he said.

“I played with a fantastic crosser and passer of a ball in terms of accuracy – David Beckham – and De Bruyne reminds me of him a lot.