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'He knows what he is there for and does it perfectly': Bernardo Silva praises Erling Haaland for 'not caring about touching the ball', after the striker notched his 21st Premier League goal after just 15 games

Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva has lauded Erling Haaland for 'not caring about touching the ball' after the striker's startling run of form this season.

Haaland has netted 21 Premier League goals in just 15 games, including City's only goal in their 1-1 draw with Everton on New Year's Eve.

Silva felt his teammate's ability to stay focused when not involved in the game is one of his key strengths. In quotes carried by Goal, he said: 'The thing about Erling is that he doesn't care about touching the ball.