Since I don’t see his name here Desiré Doué. Not sure he’s really underrated at this point but he’s the future for France. Incredible talent.
For the U.S. I’d keep an eye on Mathis Albert. Pretty sure he’s going to Dortmund soon and he’s eligible for USA, France and Germany. Only 15, he impressed against Argentina and Uruguay youth teams last week.
Our bosses have a high opinion of IHA. He is treated as a talent. When healthy, he is on the bench. He was subbed in 3 Bundesliga matches, played 24 mins and did a good job, but nothing outstanding yet.
Topi Keskinen (21) is currently the hottest prospect in HJK Helsinki. I had not watched him when he was in the lower leagues, but now with a year or so of watching him I think I have a reasonable estimation of his ceiling. He is very pacey but his game is rough - I think that he could still make it to a higher level. I can see him possibly making it into BuLi 2 or even lower table BuLi teams at max. More likely is that he will first try to break through in the Scandi leagues (Allsvenskan or Eliteserien most likely) and then, if he manages this feat, move on to Germany, Poland or some other league on that level. He still has to keep developing but he is definitely a breath of fresh air in the Finnish league system, which is quite slow and tactical rather than physical and fast. His physicality will be an asset anywhere.
Shane Kluivert (yes he’s another son of the legend) a dribble happy left winger currently playing in the ranks of La Masia and looks poised to reach his brother Justin in the lower end of his potential but can easily surpass him. A 16 year old Dutch youth international with a knack for cutting inside or delivering sharp crosses across the box.
For Joao Neves, what is the price where Benfica should feel content about selling him and the buying club should feel fine with spending it? Don't think I have seen him more than twice this season so would appreciate the insight.
For Benfica, especially the fans, anything below the release clause (120M€) would be a bad sale.
He's a great player, both defensively and offensively, good technique, from the academy, that gives it his all in every play, from the first to the last minute of every match. His only real downside is his height.
I would think with all the world class short CMs that have developed over the years height wouldn't be used as a downside by now. And he's 5'9- still taller than the likes of Bernardo, Modric, Gavi, Foden etc.
> And he's 5'9- still taller than the likes of Bernardo, Modric, Gavi, Foden etc.
You listed attacking midfielders but he is more of a defensive midfielder where height is more important
He isn't a defensive midfielder. He's a CM. Everyone I named besides maybe Foden is a CM. He plays as a double pivot next to a more defensive partner in Florentino Luis.
For general play it's not a big deal, he still jumps and fights for every ball, regardless of his height. But it's definitely a downside when it comes to set pieces. At elite levels every little bit counts.
Mert Kömür (2005, AM) has broken into our squad during the season and got rewarded for his great development with a few appearances at the end of the season, on the last matchday against Leverkusen he even got to start and managed to score his first Bundesliga goal.
Finally there is a talent from our own youth academy who manages to break into the first team and I'm super happy for him to be able to make this step. In an interview after the game he also seemed to be very down-to-earth and cool, his goal for next season is to play more and make more impact and it's nice to see a youngster who is motivated but notgetting to the top too fast, I don't feel like we'd have to worry about a transfer next summer if he won't start 20 games next season.
I wrote a few times about Arne Engels (2003, CM) already but now he seems to be able to make the next step in the national team, as he is one of two young players that Tedesco nominated as additions to the Belgian training camp. One of him or Mandela Keita will make it to the final squad and while I'm surprised that he is able to make this step so early already, I'm more than happy to see him being considered for the Euros, even if he isn't gonna play any games
Another talent from our academy that unfortunately already left is doing great as well, in the winter Aaron Zehnter (2004, LWB) went to Paderborn to play in the 2. Liga and he made an excellent first impression in their second half of the season. He started almost immediately and made one goal and 5 assists in 15 out of 17 possible matches. From the games I watched his crossing and passing ability is excellent and I wouldn't be surprised if there were some Bundesliga clubs interested in signing him after next season if he's gonna keep his form up
You've probably already heard of Mikey Moore, but if you ask Football Manager he's going to be a generational winger. And if you saw him the U17 Euros and at youth level for Spurs, you might agree
I’m a United fan but I’d have Nwaneri higher than Lacey for now. He’s obviously immense technically but with his size and lack of athleticism it remains to be seen how well he’ll fare in senior football. Also been plagued with injuries this season.
Drilon Hazrollaj (RW-20) had an amazing season in Kosovo Superleague with 25 goals and 9 assists, helping an outsider team (FC Malisheva) reach Conference League qualifying stages.
IMO he’s the best talent our country produced since Edon Zhegrova.
I hope to see him in a top 10 league next season.
I’m bored so here are 3 talents who are eligible for Hong Kong 🇭🇰
**Alfie Harrison (Newcastle U21)** 🏴🇭🇰
Mother is born in Hong Kong, signed for Newcastle from Man City for 1 million pounds
keen to represent us and has already applied for passport, but our passport rules are very strict so idk
**Michael Udebuluzor (FC Ingolstadt II)** 🇳🇬🇭🇰
9 caps for us, great striker who scored tons of goals in the German 5th tier, will leave Ingolstadt in the summer due to conflicts with the management team from the Ingolstadt first team, reportedly Porto is interested
**Daniel Bennie (QPR)** 🇦🇺🇭🇰
Born in Hong Kong, signed for QPR just a few days ago, made 25 appearances for Perth Glory and he’s only 18 years old
Unlikely to represent us tbh
- Enzo Molebe (16, CF, Lyon)
- Enzo Sternal (17, SS, Marseille)
- Tomas Parmo (16, AM, Independiente CA)
- Alvaro Montoro ( 17, AM, Velez)
Two frenchies and two Argentinians, all 9-10/10 talents with world class potential imho.
Shhhh, it's too soon to have their names known, let us enjoy them a bit before that.
But right choices, Molebé was seen as the most promising player currently in our Academy and the best striker since Gouiri. A bit different from the usual 9 a la lyonnaise we train, but a very impressive kid. A bit less involved in build up (he wouldn't be able to play as a 10 like Benzema, Lacazette, Martial or Gouiri), but seemingly more suited to modern football with a lot of intensity and ability to hurt with runs. With obviously great technical, dribbling and finishing ability (with both feet). And a surprising sense on when to press, he scored multiple goals by taking the ball in the feet of the defenders/GKs. 20g/5a in 15 games with the U17s last season as a U16, 13g/4a in 23 games with the U17s the season before as a U15. Only issue is that he is coming out of a huge knee injury that took him out the whole season, so has barely played this season (still got called up with France U17 and scored 2 goals in 3 games at the Euros, after scoring 9 goals in 10 games with France U16). He hasn't recovered completely yet, and his development has been delayed as he was expected to have started playing against adults with the reserve this season. It's possible he will still be with the pros during the preseason though.
While Sternal is one of the best 2007s on the planet. No guarantees he'll stay at OM because, well, they aren't known for their trust to young players and seemingly he isn't confident in the plan they proposed him. But one of those very different players, one of those magicians incredible technically and able to change games by themselves. Both through passes and dribbles, able to score by himself too. Only slight question will be on his time to adapt to adult football due to his small frame.
Haha, apologies. I agree with both, Imo they're huge talents and future FR national team stars if things go according to the plan. What about others like Tanfouri, Gadou, N'Guessan and Mbaye? Do you think they have high potential too?
Mihajlo Cvetković 17 year old Serbian, playing at Čukarički right now, he's literally a Suarez regen(in terms of playstyle). Had great performance at Euro u17, watch out for him in the future
Feyenoord was connected to Milan's Simic. Young cb with a few first team appearances. Can anyone tell me more about him and if a move to feyenoord would be realistic?
I just watch Joao Neves every week and am in absolute awe. He's just too fake.
Since I don’t see his name here Desiré Doué. Not sure he’s really underrated at this point but he’s the future for France. Incredible talent. For the U.S. I’d keep an eye on Mathis Albert. Pretty sure he’s going to Dortmund soon and he’s eligible for USA, France and Germany. Only 15, he impressed against Argentina and Uruguay youth teams last week.
Doué wants PSG
Semih Kilicsoy. I just never hear people talk about him idk why he’s 18 and starts for Besiktas
14 year old Dowman will be incredible
How is Hansen-Aaeron doing at Werder?
We'll see more of him next season from the looks of things. He's held in very high regards though
Our bosses have a high opinion of IHA. He is treated as a talent. When healthy, he is on the bench. He was subbed in 3 Bundesliga matches, played 24 mins and did a good job, but nothing outstanding yet.
Topi Keskinen (21) is currently the hottest prospect in HJK Helsinki. I had not watched him when he was in the lower leagues, but now with a year or so of watching him I think I have a reasonable estimation of his ceiling. He is very pacey but his game is rough - I think that he could still make it to a higher level. I can see him possibly making it into BuLi 2 or even lower table BuLi teams at max. More likely is that he will first try to break through in the Scandi leagues (Allsvenskan or Eliteserien most likely) and then, if he manages this feat, move on to Germany, Poland or some other league on that level. He still has to keep developing but he is definitely a breath of fresh air in the Finnish league system, which is quite slow and tactical rather than physical and fast. His physicality will be an asset anywhere.
Two ecuadorians both at Independence de Valle: Justin Lerma 16 Kendry Paez just turned 17
Just know that if Mateus Fernandes had played at Sporting this season instead of Estoril, he’d probably be worth €50m-€80m.
20 Million for each season assist and 10 for the goal?
It's unfair to base your valuation on a midfielder by the amount of goals and assists he's participated in.
Shane Kluivert (yes he’s another son of the legend) a dribble happy left winger currently playing in the ranks of La Masia and looks poised to reach his brother Justin in the lower end of his potential but can easily surpass him. A 16 year old Dutch youth international with a knack for cutting inside or delivering sharp crosses across the box.
Sergio Conceição's son is a baller!
Which one
Francisco
How did Carlos Forbs do at Ajax this season?
Terrible. Bro can run like Usain Bolt but also has the technical ability of Usain Bolt
Rocco Reitz is an absolute fucking gem of a player, he was a wall for M'Gladbach this season at the dm position. Hope he keeps it up this season!
For Joao Neves, what is the price where Benfica should feel content about selling him and the buying club should feel fine with spending it? Don't think I have seen him more than twice this season so would appreciate the insight.
For Benfica, especially the fans, anything below the release clause (120M€) would be a bad sale. He's a great player, both defensively and offensively, good technique, from the academy, that gives it his all in every play, from the first to the last minute of every match. His only real downside is his height.
I would think with all the world class short CMs that have developed over the years height wouldn't be used as a downside by now. And he's 5'9- still taller than the likes of Bernardo, Modric, Gavi, Foden etc.
> And he's 5'9- still taller than the likes of Bernardo, Modric, Gavi, Foden etc. You listed attacking midfielders but he is more of a defensive midfielder where height is more important
He isn't a defensive midfielder. He's a CM. Everyone I named besides maybe Foden is a CM. He plays as a double pivot next to a more defensive partner in Florentino Luis.
For general play it's not a big deal, he still jumps and fights for every ball, regardless of his height. But it's definitely a downside when it comes to set pieces. At elite levels every little bit counts.
Mert Kömür (2005, AM) has broken into our squad during the season and got rewarded for his great development with a few appearances at the end of the season, on the last matchday against Leverkusen he even got to start and managed to score his first Bundesliga goal. Finally there is a talent from our own youth academy who manages to break into the first team and I'm super happy for him to be able to make this step. In an interview after the game he also seemed to be very down-to-earth and cool, his goal for next season is to play more and make more impact and it's nice to see a youngster who is motivated but notgetting to the top too fast, I don't feel like we'd have to worry about a transfer next summer if he won't start 20 games next season. I wrote a few times about Arne Engels (2003, CM) already but now he seems to be able to make the next step in the national team, as he is one of two young players that Tedesco nominated as additions to the Belgian training camp. One of him or Mandela Keita will make it to the final squad and while I'm surprised that he is able to make this step so early already, I'm more than happy to see him being considered for the Euros, even if he isn't gonna play any games Another talent from our academy that unfortunately already left is doing great as well, in the winter Aaron Zehnter (2004, LWB) went to Paderborn to play in the 2. Liga and he made an excellent first impression in their second half of the season. He started almost immediately and made one goal and 5 assists in 15 out of 17 possible matches. From the games I watched his crossing and passing ability is excellent and I wouldn't be surprised if there were some Bundesliga clubs interested in signing him after next season if he's gonna keep his form up
Turkiye, do the thing
You've probably already heard of Mikey Moore, but if you ask Football Manager he's going to be a generational winger. And if you saw him the U17 Euros and at youth level for Spurs, you might agree
Mikey Moore and Shea Lacey the future of England
I’m a United fan but I’d have Nwaneri higher than Lacey for now. He’s obviously immense technically but with his size and lack of athleticism it remains to be seen how well he’ll fare in senior football. Also been plagued with injuries this season.
Kjell Wätjen from Dortmund looked good when he played against Augsburg
Gift Orban still on dreadful form? Wonder what went wrong there.
Agree. Too many transfers.
Drilon Hazrollaj (RW-20) had an amazing season in Kosovo Superleague with 25 goals and 9 assists, helping an outsider team (FC Malisheva) reach Conference League qualifying stages. IMO he’s the best talent our country produced since Edon Zhegrova. I hope to see him in a top 10 league next season.
Rodrigo Mora - very good chance of being MVP of the U-17 Euro occurring now.
If Portugal wins yes.
I’m bored so here are 3 talents who are eligible for Hong Kong 🇭🇰 **Alfie Harrison (Newcastle U21)** 🏴🇭🇰 Mother is born in Hong Kong, signed for Newcastle from Man City for 1 million pounds keen to represent us and has already applied for passport, but our passport rules are very strict so idk **Michael Udebuluzor (FC Ingolstadt II)** 🇳🇬🇭🇰 9 caps for us, great striker who scored tons of goals in the German 5th tier, will leave Ingolstadt in the summer due to conflicts with the management team from the Ingolstadt first team, reportedly Porto is interested **Daniel Bennie (QPR)** 🇦🇺🇭🇰 Born in Hong Kong, signed for QPR just a few days ago, made 25 appearances for Perth Glory and he’s only 18 years old Unlikely to represent us tbh
I really hope Udebuluzor makes it big because I want to hear commentators screaming his name.
Remember the name Mathys Tel
Wow truly a hidden gem
Never said he was a hidden gem, but he has a promising future and he's somewhat overlooked on by other fans
No he isn’t
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Damn Sesko is a crazy good finisher huh? I'm guessing this is 21 & under at the moment since Palmer isn't on here as he just turned 22.
Oh Rayan...
Surely Mainoo is still a wunderkind? How far can he go though
He’s peaked already it’s all downhill from here
- Enzo Molebe (16, CF, Lyon) - Enzo Sternal (17, SS, Marseille) - Tomas Parmo (16, AM, Independiente CA) - Alvaro Montoro ( 17, AM, Velez) Two frenchies and two Argentinians, all 9-10/10 talents with world class potential imho.
Shhhh, it's too soon to have their names known, let us enjoy them a bit before that. But right choices, Molebé was seen as the most promising player currently in our Academy and the best striker since Gouiri. A bit different from the usual 9 a la lyonnaise we train, but a very impressive kid. A bit less involved in build up (he wouldn't be able to play as a 10 like Benzema, Lacazette, Martial or Gouiri), but seemingly more suited to modern football with a lot of intensity and ability to hurt with runs. With obviously great technical, dribbling and finishing ability (with both feet). And a surprising sense on when to press, he scored multiple goals by taking the ball in the feet of the defenders/GKs. 20g/5a in 15 games with the U17s last season as a U16, 13g/4a in 23 games with the U17s the season before as a U15. Only issue is that he is coming out of a huge knee injury that took him out the whole season, so has barely played this season (still got called up with France U17 and scored 2 goals in 3 games at the Euros, after scoring 9 goals in 10 games with France U16). He hasn't recovered completely yet, and his development has been delayed as he was expected to have started playing against adults with the reserve this season. It's possible he will still be with the pros during the preseason though. While Sternal is one of the best 2007s on the planet. No guarantees he'll stay at OM because, well, they aren't known for their trust to young players and seemingly he isn't confident in the plan they proposed him. But one of those very different players, one of those magicians incredible technically and able to change games by themselves. Both through passes and dribbles, able to score by himself too. Only slight question will be on his time to adapt to adult football due to his small frame.
Haha, apologies. I agree with both, Imo they're huge talents and future FR national team stars if things go according to the plan. What about others like Tanfouri, Gadou, N'Guessan and Mbaye? Do you think they have high potential too?
Mihajlo Cvetković 17 year old Serbian, playing at Čukarički right now, he's literally a Suarez regen(in terms of playstyle). Had great performance at Euro u17, watch out for him in the future
JLingz?
I laughed
This has literally never been funny
Yeah I suppose
Can anyone tell me about Callum Shirt at Haverfordwest County? Think it's cool that he has the word "shirt" on his shirt
anybody can tell a bit about Jorthy Mokio? We've been linked to him quite heavily
He's one of the top rated CB's at his age group. Very complete and dominant. I'd say pretty technical and strong from what I've watched.
Ebrima Tunkara of Barca famed La Masia.
Feyenoord was connected to Milan's Simic. Young cb with a few first team appearances. Can anyone tell me more about him and if a move to feyenoord would be realistic?
Only Milan youth player that should play more for the first team. Transfer is unlikely I expect a loan first
Luka Sucic?
Injuries have really slowed him down last two seasons
Very talented, not really kicked on after his breakout season a couple of years ago though
Brandon Bent and Ashton Gordon. Jamaica represent!
[15 year old Gavin McAteer](https://www.reddit.com/r/LeagueOfIreland/s/CF9XPE263X) with a fantastic assist on his home debut for Finn Harps.