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'I'm Black Maradona'

ROBINHO has revealed why he loves the Premier League — fans think he's the black Maradona!

The Manchester City striker has already bagged seven goals in 11 games for Mark Hughes' side since his £32.5million move from Real Madrid.

Now the Brazilian star, who hit a stunner in the UEFA Cup on Thursday, insists he is ready to follow in the Argie legend's footsteps by becoming the world's best player.

Robinho, whose City side take on Tottenham at Eastlands on Sunday, said: “It's been fantastic. They treat me like Maradona over here.

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