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01.02.2022 - 18:58 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Joao Cancelo has managed to keep a promise he made to Kyle Walker on arrival at the Etihad Stadium.
Manchester City bought the full-back for £60m from Juventus back in 2019 and in one of his first interviews Cancelo made a statement he has managed to stick to so far.
"I'm aware how Kyle [Walker] is one of the best full-backs, but I always love challenges, bringing myself to the limit," he said when asked about the competition at right-back.
"I'm going to compete with him and I'll try to get my place. It will up to the manager to choose one or the other, but I promise I will try to work hard and compete as best as I can.
"I was aware of the competition I would find here. Kyle is a great player, but the more competition you have, the better you become as a player.
"I have a dream to be the best right-back, the best in my position, and only way to do that is by challenging yourself. Only by playing with the best can you do that."
His dream of becoming a great full-back has so far been achieved at City — particularly this season, with Cancelo featuring on both the left and right flanks during 30 appearances.
Cancelo has managed to score three goals and grab eight assists over this time period.
The form he has shown in 2021 and 2022 has led him to signing a new contract at the Etihad until 2027.
Speaking on his contract extension, he said: "Manchester City is a fantastic club, so I am incredibly happy to have signed this new agreement.
“City players have everything they need to reach their full potential, with amazing facilities, world-class teammates and an incredible manager who pushes us every single day.
“There is nowhere better to play football and it’s a pleasure to work here. I have so much I want to achieve before my
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