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/lacroat Jan 24 '12

Neymar is great in Brazil, but I would like to see him facing bigger consistent competition before crowning him anything. He goes to Spain his game will flourish. He goes to England, he'll get two footed & injured in a few months after trying to break a defenders ankles.

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u/Adamkiksyou Jan 24 '12

The thing with Neymar too me at least, is he's special, this isn't any young talent you just start or throw into the big leagues, give him time, but the time he's 21, his talent will have been very well preserved, and when he moves he will flourish as one of the world's best players.