City newbie Moreno confident of challenging Aguero

Sergio Aguero would be forgiven for feeling old up against the newest addition to Manchester City’s strikeforce – and confident rookie Marlos Moreno believes he can eventually challenge the Argentinean for his position after signing on a five-year deal.

The versatile Colombian signed from his native Atletico Nacional for £4.5m, and while he can operate as a winger or a No.10, it’s the centre-forward role which the 19-year-old is eyeing up.

But before he gets a chance to operate under Pep Guardiola – a man he considers one of the world’s best – Moreno will spend a year with Deportivo La Coruna prior to battling Aguero, Nolito, Raheem Sterling and fellow teenager Kelechi Iheanacho for an Etihad Stadium front spot.

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“I prefer being the centre forward, I’ve had the chance to play as a No.9 with Nacional and also with my previous teams,” he said. “I was top-scorer in their youth set-up for a couple of years, so I very much like playing there.

“My game is based on speed and skill, and I think one-on-one situations are my strong point.
“Manchester City is one of the best clubs in the world. It will be nice to experience being part of such a big club.

“Pep is one of the best managers in the world. I think he likes young players very much and he can improve them tactically and technically. It will be great to work with him and to be part of a great team.”