Erling Haaland has been in explosive form at Manchester City so far this season.

The Norway international has raced out of the blocks to score nine goals in just seven appearances – also providing one assist as he astonishingly makes it 133 goals in 153 games for the Citizens.

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Erling Haaland has been incredibly consistent since his £51m move from Borussia Dortmund to Manchester City in June 2022 – but both Paul Dickov and Pep Guardiola feel his leadership qualities have developed this term.

Erling Haaland described as a “proper leader” after outstanding start to the season

Nobody is surprised by the Norwegian continuing to find the net, but his conduct in terms of leadership has caught the eye of Dickov.

The man who made 197 appearances for Manchester City – who have been back to win the UEFA Champions League – told talkSPORT: “I think this season, his whole forward play has come on an absolute ton. He looks like a proper leader this season, and his hold up play has been brilliant. He’s backing into defenders. He’s bringing others out in the play and in both boxes...