Who is Pietuszewski, the prodigy tipped for a move to FC Porto? | OneFootball

Jakub Kiwior and Jan Bednarek may soon have a compatriot joining them at FC Porto. The Polish press has reported in recent hours that the young talent Oskar Pietuszewski is very close to transferring to the Invicta city.

According to reports, the board led by André Villas-Boas has made an offer of 11 million euros, a figure that would make the player the most lucrative transfer in the history of Jagiellonia Bialystok.

At just 17 years old, Pietuszewski is regarded as one of the greatest football talents in Poland. Despite his young age, the winger already displays maturity and qualities beyond the ordinary, attracting the interest of FC Porto.

Oskar Pietuszewski made his debut for Jagiellonia’s first team at 16 and has been part of Poland’s under-21 national team since September. Despite his tender age, he already has more than 50 appearances for the Polish club: 54 matches and four goals in two seasons as a senior player.

What would he add to FC Porto?

Pietuszewski stands out for his speed, acceleration, and mobility—attributes that make him a very effective player in one-on-one situations and a distinct alternative compared to the wingers currently available to Francesco Farioli.

Signing a winger was among the priorities for the Dragons last season, but the transfer window closed at the end of August without that reinforcement. Frenchman Yann Karamoh arrived after the window, but has fallen short of expectations, now justifying the search for another player for the position.

Unlike the wingers currently in the squad, Oskar Pietuszewski is the typical player who accelerates, breaks through opposing defenses, and can create imbalance in attacking phases. He also stands out for his vision and decision-making ability, complemented by above-average physical attributes.

However, despite his recognized potential, Pietuszewski still lacks consistent performances throughout the season and needs to make better decisions at certain moments. The youngster must improve aspects such as choosing when to accelerate, pass, or dribble, and maintain a stable performance over the full 90 minutes.

Former FC Porto player recommends staying in Poland

Grzegorz Mielcarski, a former FC Porto player, recently stated that the most advisable option for Oskar Pietuszewski would be to remain in the Polish league. Nevertheless, the ex-player believes his compatriot will bring in many millions for Jagiellonia.

“Theoretically, the ideal would be for him to stay in Poland until June. But if he keeps up this form and plays very well in the next phase for the club, there will be no stopping him. A lot of money will be spent on this youngster. One club will offer 10 million euros, another 12, another 15… A lot of money will be at stake. These will be substantial amounts and very strong clubs will be competing,” Grzegorz Mielcarski told Gol magazine.

Oskar Pietuszewski is under contract with Jagiellonia Bialystok until June 2027. This season, he has made 31 official appearances for the club, with three goals and one assist.

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