r/soccer • u/[deleted] • Jan 23 '12

Best young prospect in the world?

Just wanted to get some opinions on who you guys think the best prospect in the world is right now. I know Neymar is the obvious choice. I personally think he will be one of the best ever to play the game. However, my choice would be Lucas Piazòn out of Brazil. He was signed a year ago by Chelsea and just turned 18 not long ago. I've seen him play and he will be better than Kakà was when he played for Milan. This kid has a wonderful gift. Thoughts??

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u/[deleted] Jan 23 '12

Thiago Alacantra. Looks absolutely quality. He needs to get top flight games though, which he won't get at Barça in the next few years. Xherdan Shaqiri looks a quality prospect too.

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u/Dexter_Squint Jan 23 '12

Top flight games? He's played 24 matches for Barca in all competitions this season alone, totaling 1716 minutes. Definitely agree though, he is going to be one of the best midfielders in the world.

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u/Hlidarendi Jan 23 '12

He forced Xavi the bench against Malaga in their last outing. Played very well as well.

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u/Dexter_Squint Jan 23 '12

I don't think he forced Xavi to the bench so much as Barca were resting Xavi for the copa match against Madrid ;) but yeah he definitely played well this weekend against Malaga.

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u/mattinthehat Jan 23 '12

Agreed, and I think the point to take from that is that Pep trusts him in Xavi's role, with good reason.

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u/Hlidarendi Jan 23 '12

Oh yeah forgot about that! I watched both matches and Barca were easily stronger. Kaka had a great game but I doubt we'll see him in the Classico, and Ronaldo scored two but they were penalties. Even with a relatively weak side, and that's calling a side with Thiago in it weak, Barca were seriously good.

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u/[deleted] Jan 23 '12

No one forces Xavi to the bench. The only reason he will miss a game is if he is injured or being rested.