Why Does Everyone Want Yunus Musah?
Liverpool, Arsenal, and Manchester City are in the hunt for the 20 year old American Midfielder
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Yunus Musah's journey to becoming one of soccer's brightest stars has more passport stamps than most. Born in New York City, to Ghanaian parents, his childhood reads like a global adventure with soccer as the guiding compass. At 20 years old, Musah seems destined to continue his globetrotting and return to the place that made him: England.
As the summer transfer window approaches, clubs across the globe are beginning to strategize on how to bolster their squads for the next season. For the football powerhouses looking to add to their midfield, one name will be at the top of the list: Yunus Musah. The 20-year-old American international midfielder has made quite a name for himself at Valencia despite the club having a difficult season fighting relegation.
US fans will know Yunus Musah and his talents, but fan bases across the world are about to discover something special. Musah’s finesse on the field, combined with his tactical acumen, has caught the attention of some of the biggest clubs in Europe. A few clubs, in particular, are keenly interested in the young American: Arsenal, Liverpool, and Manchester City.
It seems in today’s post-covid transfer market, clubs are finding it more difficult to buy exciting players that still fit a young and developing profile. For clubs like Manchester City or Arsenal, finished products make for safer transactions albeit exponentially more expensive - Yunus Musah is not quite a finished product yet but he is as close as you may get without tipping into Jude Bellingham and Declan Rice territory.
Today let’s take a look at what makes him a special player and why he’ll be one of the most wanted players this summer no matter the price.
Profile:
Name: Yunus Musah
Age: 20
Nationality: American
Position: Central Midfielder
Current Club: Valencia CF
Overview: Yunus Musah, a former Arsenal academy graduate now playing in Spain, has turned heads in European football with his remarkable first touch and dribbling abilities.
First Touch: Musah's first touch is nothing short of exceptional. For the casual fan, think of the first touch as the player's initial contact with the ball once it comes to them. A good first touch sets up the next move, whether it's a pass, a shot, or a dribble. A bad one can result in loss of possession.
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