I liked him a lot when I saw him over the summer in the U20 World Cup I think it was but I didn't see any need for him as we had Ravel at the time. I'd love to have him here, very gifted young player.
Adryan Tavares
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I watched Adryan several times for Brazil at the U17 World Cup in Mexico and he was excellent. He's small in stature but extremely clever and sharp in and around the penalty area. He's neither an attacking midfielder or a striker -- more of a forward that can both score goals and provide the passes for the strikers.
That Brazil side had several excellent players, including Wallace at right back, who spent more time in the attacking half than Dani Alves does for Barcelona, and Ademilson as the central striker who was a fairly late call up, scoring 5 goals in the tournament. I also liked Guilherme in central midfield -- he is graceful and technically gifted, which is a departure from the trend of using what Tim Vickery describes as 'glorified center-backs' as defensive midfielders in the last 30 or so years for Brazil.
That Brazil side had several excellent players, including Wallace at right back, who spent more time in the attacking half than Dani Alves does for Barcelona, and Ademilson as the central striker who was a fairly late call up, scoring 5 goals in the tournament. I also liked Guilherme in central midfield -- he is graceful and technically gifted, which is a departure from the trend of using what Tim Vickery describes as 'glorified center-backs' as defensive midfielders in the last 30 or so years for Brazil.
He has been pretty impressive when I have seen him play. I was hoping back in the summer he would come here to be the next Giggs on the left wing. He is versatile too.
Not much chance in getting this kid if Barca and Madrid are involved is there?
They are going to be interested in getting every big talent. Doesn't mean we should just lie down and not put up a fight.
Nope it doesnt. but its cuts the odds of getting said players drastically. Especially if an auction starts!
Well hopefully there's something to all the rumours about our connection with him that have been around for a year or 18 or so. That would be the reason to get first option on a player.
Wasn't he the same kid we had a pre-contract agreement ot in principle at least?
I am not sure. Maybe but that also be Juan Manuel Iturbe you are talking about.
He was meant to be, we tried organise a trial for him but it fell through for some reason.
Probably dreams of Spain.
Or maybe he is just sensible about his career and doesnt want to move too early
Brazilian players are less likely to come across now as the Brazilian economy is booming, and clubs can afford to pay their players well. There is no real reason for them to come across until much older now, unless they really want to leave home and play in Europe.
I've revised my previously positive opinion on him - now I believe him to be a flop in the making.
All he said was it was too early for him to move.Is there a precedent for players who haven't débuted for their clubs to be selected for the Olympics?
Do you know what wage levels at the top of Brazilian football are like? The cost of living is so much lower, I imagine you could live like a king on far lower wages than players enjoy in Europe.
Actually, the cost of living in Brazil is among the highest in the world.
Their Yield curve is predicting a economic boom so...
Cost of living is higher. I am unsure on the wage level, but have read about it increasing. I'll try and find something concrete and post it here.
Unusual. It's normally the reverse - the currency of developed countries buys more in developing countries than it does at home.
No wonder the mass exodus of Brazilian players seems to have slowed.
Shame as I really want Lucas Moura at United.