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Laporte: I want to match 'world's best defender' Ramos

Manchester City defender Aymeric Laporte has said he wants to be the best defender in Europe, and has hailed Sergio Ramos as the best in the world.

The 24-year-old has been one of the standout performers for City this season, establishing himself as one of Pep Guardiola's most trusted members of his squad.

Less than a year after making a £57 million ($73m) move from Athletic Club, Laporte has many tipping him to go on to become one of Europe's top defenders.

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And the France under-21 international has also set his sights on becoming the best on the continent.