When asked whether he shares the same approach to the game as Balotelli, Niang stated that he would rather play like two-time Ballon d'Or winner Ronaldo, while at the same time admitting he should develop his own style.
Markii la weydiiyey inuu qaab ciyaareed ahaan u egyahay Balotelli, Niang ayaa iska sara mariyey wuxuuna isla meel dhigay ninka labada mar ku guuleystay Ballon d'Or Ronaldo, wuxuuna sidoo kale qirtay inuu horumar ka sameynayo ciyaartiisa.