What happened. In Manchester City's penalty-shootout defeat to Inter Milan, 18-year-old Ryan McAidoo impressed in a pre-season friendly, earning praise from new manager Enzo Maresca.

McAidoo was signed from Chelsea two years ago.
He made his debut under Pep Guardiola and scored in the FA Cup.
Maresca praised his aggressive one-on-one style.

“Since day one he is that kind of winger I love. Very aggressive one v one, always trying, making the right decision.”
— Enzo Maresca

McAidoo is beginning to impress Maresca early in pre-season, suggesting a potential role in the first team.

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