Sergio Aguero aims to become world's best player at Manchester City

Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero believes that he can snatch Lionel Messi’s crown as best player in the world.

The 23-year-old, who joined City from Atletico Madrid for £36m, has racked up six goals in the opening stages of the Premier League campaign.

The Argentina international aims to rival Barcelona star and fellow countryman Lionel Messi as the world’s best player.

"There's no doubt Messi is currently the best player in the world, he's won the Ballon d'Or the last two years,” Aguero told The Guardian.

"But it is my dream too to reach such a level and I work every day with the aim of winning that trophy one day - so I can say, 'Yes, I am the best player in the world'."

The frontman is expected to start in City’s first Champions League match against Napoli at the Etihad stadium tonight (Wednesday).