Haaland said Ibrahimovic and Ronaldo are ‘two phenomena’.

Borussia Dortmund forward Erling Braut Haaland said Milan striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Juventus talisman Cristiano Ronaldo are ‘two phenomena’.

The Norwegian youngster has been given the Golden Boy 2020 award and will be handed the trophy in Turin tonight.

He spoke about the two veterans Ronaldo and Ibrahimovic in an interview with Tuttosport.

“Two champions, two phenomena,” Haaland told Tuttosport. “I was bewitched by seeing them on TV.

“They’re the idols of many footballers, including me. They are examples to be imitated for the continuity that allows them to remain at the highest level for so many years.”

And about Diego Armando Maradona, who died last month, the young striker added: “He’s one of the best players of all time, probably the greatest ever.

“The whole world of football mourns him. An extraordinary champion. In my mind, I have the videos of his magnificent plays and incredible goals.”