Haaland hails "special" relationship with Kevin De Bruyne after derby demolition

Norwegian striker describes on-field understanding as "natural and insane"

Erling Haaland has hailed his "special" relationship with Kevin De Bruyne, after netting a hat-rick in the 6-3 derby victory on Sunday.

De Bruyne notched yet another assist for the Norwegian forward against United, and the pair are evidently enjoying playing alongside each other.

“Yeah, it’s amazing. It’s insane, the passes, we find each other,” Haaland told mancity.com.

“I have only been at the club a couple of months, but the chemistry feels so natural. This may be the best part. It’s natural, that I go on the run, and he finds me. When this feels natural, there is nothing better.

“It is fantastic, it is really something special, but we cannot forget about the others. Kevin is one player, but I could stand there all day and talk about everybody else. It is not only him, but there are also so many others and other amazing passes.”