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'I can't think of anybody else who touches him': Paul Scholes hails Kevin De Bruyne as the 'best midfielder in the world' after his first-half brace led Manchester City to derby rout over rivals United

Paul Scholes has heaped praise on Kevin De Bruyne for his man-of-the-match performance against Manchester United on Sunday afternoon.

De Bruyne played a starring role in City's 4-1 win over the Red Devils - having scored scored twice in the first half before assisting Riyad Mahrez in the second.

Following the game, Scholes said that De Bruyne was the 'best midfielder in the world', crediting his ability to 'defend, score goals, create goals, and deliver quality passes'.

Kevin De Bruyne stole to the show during Manchester City's victory over United on Sunday

The City captain opened the scoring after just five minutes of action at the Etihad.