Former City star not 'scared' of Man Utd ahead of the european clash
Edin Dzeko will be back in Manchester for the first time since leaving the Etihad Stadium in 2015 and is thrilled by the challenge.
will face Manchester United at Old Trafford on Thursday in the first leg of the Europa League; however, the experienced Bosnian striker insists the Giallorossi will not be "scared" of the Red Devils.
"We know their strength, and Manchester United are certainly favourites, but the very fact that we've got to the semi-finals gives us the right to believe.
"We know that we have quality, too, and first of all, as a team, we have to act as one. Then, anything is possible.
"When you’re playing in the semi-finals, [lifting the trophy] is certainly the ultimate aim. Maybe, at the beginning of the Europa League you don't think so long term, but when you're so close it’s certainly the aim.
"Ahead of us, we have one of the strongest opponents of the last 20 years in European football, and it won’t be easy at all. We're aware of that but we don't have to be scared. Anything is possible."
The Bosnian played four-and-a-half years with City between 2011 and 2015. He scored 72 goals through 189 appearances for the Citizens.
Dzeko added:
"Since I left Manchester City six years ago, I've never been back
.
"It will be a special game for me, since it was a derby for me until a few years ago. European games, especially against those kinds of opponents, are something special.
"I expect the game against Manchester United will be special for all of us, and I hope that it turns out well for us."
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