Messi names a Vasco academy talent among the world’s top 10 young prospects | OneFootball

Andrey Santos, a midfielder discovered by Vasco, has received one of the highest quality endorsements a young player can aspire to. The Argentine star Lionel Messi included him in his personal list of the 10 most promising young players in world football. The selection, part of a marketing campaign, places the "creation" from the Hill in an elite category, surpassing even other renowned names.

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The only Brazilian in a list of stars

Messi's list consists of ten young talents in men's and women's football. Andrey Santos is the only Brazilian present in the ranking. The Argentine's choice acknowledges the excellent phase of the midfielder, who has already won the Club World Cup with Chelsea and was called up to the main Brazilian National Team.

The presence of Andrey Santos on the list becomes even more notable due to the absence of other standout young players. The forward Lamine Yamal, from Barcelona, who recently won the Kopa Trophy for the best young player in the world, was not included in the Argentine star's top-10, despite having the same sponsor.

Messi's recognition validates Vasco's training

Messi's choice is further proof of the excellence of the Base Forte of the Gigante da Colina. Having one of its "creations" recognized by the greatest player in history as a future star is a source of immense pride. The achievement of Andrey Santos serves as an inspiration for the new generations being forged in the Cauldron of the Hill.

Andrey Santos, creation of the Hill – Photo: Thiago Ribeiro/AGIF

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