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2. Adryan

Adryan Oliveira Tavares is a mere infant in footballing terms, having only turned 18 last August. He is a player that many people may not have heard of, but those who have scoured Youtube in search of the next big thing in Brazil will understand what all the fuss is about. Adryan is an attacking midfielder from Rio de Janeiro, and a graduate of the Flamengo academy. He is considered to be a player of remarkable ability, and one destined for great things if he can continue to progress from his first tentative steps in the professional game. In August of last year, the Brazilian starlet confirmed that he had spurned advances from United, who had offered him a contract and a chance to develop in their famed academy system. Though Adryan was tempted, he and his family agreed that it was too early for him to leave the nest, opting to stay in his native land with the prospect of a transfer in the years to come: €œMan United did talk to me and showed interest,€ he told Globo Esporte. €œBut I was not interested in moving at that point. Let€™s see if something adequate comes up in the future.€ At such a tender point in his career, Adryan has not yet made 30 appearances for his club. It will take time for him realise his potential, but if he does not falter, United will be there waiting. http://youtu.be/LbhQwhLq9jI Source:Goal.com
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