On a season-long loan from Manchester City, Akanji is rated by many inside Italian football as the best performing defender in Serie A this season.
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After victory over Parma, Akanji told Inter TV: "When you play a match like this, it's down to the whole team, not just individuals. Parma only had one chance to score."
Asked about being rated as the best defender in Serie A, the Swiss continued: "I could be, I don't know. I play for one of the best teams, I'll do my best.
"The secret to good physical condition is to eat healthy, train well, and stay healthy."