The Paraguayan teenager Sergio Diaz moved from Cerro Porteno to Real Madrid for a reported fee of £5 million and will become the second Paraguayan to play for the European Champions. Dubbed as the new Aguero of Paraguay, he signed a six-year contract in the summer with the Los Blancos.
The teenager has made a strong start to his career with Real Madrid Castilla career having scored three goals in his opening three matches and has been touted as the next big thing. The Paraguayan, on his arrival in the summer, had said that he hoped he could showcase his talent to the world at the Bernabeu.
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The teenager has also been a member of the Paraguay's under-20’s from the age of 16 and has done very well, using his lithe frame to skip past opponents.
Salvador Cabanas, former Paraguayan international who represented the country in the 2006 World Cup, has praised the youngster.
Speaking to Spanish media daily, Marca, Cabanas praised the technical ability of the player and also spoke about the expectations while playing for Paraguay. Endorsing the the teenager, he said, "I see a lot of good - he is humble, respectful and stands out on the pitch. I wish him the best."
Diaz who debuted as a 15-year-old in the top division of the Paraguayan League was reportedly a target for English clubs Manchester United and Liverpool in 2015, when Diaz stood out at the U20 South American Championships in Uruguay.
Diaz who hails from Itauguá, is a diminutive forward who is comfortable playing the role of a second striker. His ability to weave between defenders who stand taller them along with his low centre of gravity has often led to comparisons with Argentine marksman – Sergio Aguero.
Considered as the most exciting prospect in Paraguay since Roque Santa Cruz, Diaz knows he has to consistently find the net with the Real Madrid Castilla side if he wants to break into the senior team at Madrid.
If he is to make an impact, then he has to continue his development both physically and mentally and, the exposure with the reserve side of Madrid will ensure that teen develops into something big.
