Erik ten Hag believes it is unfair to compare footballers as each has their own identity and style.
The Manchester United boss was asked in an interview with international broadcasters if he was aware that some people were likening teenager Kobbie Mainoo to ex-Netherlands international Clarence Seedorf.
United legend Rio Ferdinand is one pundit who is on record as making the comparison, after playing against the now 47-year-old in the UEFA Champions League.
Seedorf enjoyed a stellar career with the likes of Ajax, Real Madrid and both Milan clubs and won 87 caps for the Netherlands.