Former Manchester United star Owen Hargreaves has drawn comparisons between Manchester City star Kevin de Bruyne and United legends David Beckham and Paul Scholes.

The Belgian international de Bruyne has so far been excellent this season and he produced yet another stunning performance during his sides Premier League victory over Stoke during the weekend bagging two assists during the 7-2 result.

"He's the best," said Hargreaves on BT Sport. "He's the best passer of the ball for goals I've seen in a long time.

"Paul Scholes was the best short range passer, for me, David Beckham was the best long range passer. "His passing for goals, almost like one bounce and into people... I don't think I've ever seen someone do that before."