Borussia Dortmund defender Manuel Akanji has again talked up his support of Manchester United.

Akanji has revealed how he supported United as a child.

“In my childhood I had football in my head," the 24-year-old said.

“My role models were related to my respective positions. My first role model was Raul. At the time I was still playing as an attacking player and was a fan of Real Madrid.

“Aside from Real, Manchester United were my favourite club. So at some point it [his idol] was Cristiano Ronaldo. He impressed me with his performances."