Brazilian talent at FC Barcelona has often thrived throughout the ages with their mesmerizing footballing skills and the flair that comes along with it. Keeping that in mind, Barca are hoping that their latest acquisition turns out to be one that can keep that proud tradition alive.
Moreover, if things are looked at objectively to define the future trend, it appears FC Barcelona has managed to land arguably one of the most promising talents that South America has to offer. This has been weighed upon even further by a particular calculation done by a Spanish source.
According to Spanish outlet SPORT, the latest FC Barcelona signing from Brazil, 18-year-old Vitor Roque, is currently the best player in the world in terms of stars under the age of 20. His statistical numbers and sheer quality as a footballer, as per the source, both contribute towards this fine claim.
The analysis done by SPORT indicates that he is the most decisive promise in world football considering his tender age.
No one in the under-20 list of stars has contributed to or scored as many goals as him throughout 2023. With 20 goals directly to his name and 8 assists being the tally he has provided to his teammates, the player puts up a heavily impressive statistical showcase.
SPORT further claims that his statistics hold even more value due to the fact that he has contributed these numbers while playing for Athletico Paranaense, who are not considered to be among the absolute elites of the Brazilian footballing scene given the presence of both Palmeiras and Flamengo, both of whom possess greater financial muscle and a more well-rounded squad.
Expected to arrive at Barcelona in January, the player has given the Blaugrana faithful much reason to be excited. Seen as the latest recruitment in a Barca side expected to pave a revolution for the club with the likes of the other youngsters in the team, the Catalan giants look set to have a massively competitive squad at their disposal moving forward.
The source even acknowledges that few stars at such a young age have managed to become such big names in South America before even ever making a debut in Europe itself. However, it is expected to be not too long from now that Roque ends up donning the Blaugrana colors as a result of Barcelona spending €30 million and beyond in variables on the 18-year-old despite their financial woes.
This investment itself is a clear indication of the faith held in him by Barcelona and the club’s Sporting Director Deco, who was one of the primary advocates for the signing of the young Brazilian gem in order to reinforce FC Barcelona for the future.
