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#5 Ruben Neves (Porto, 19)
At the tender age of 19, Ruben neves has already captained Portuguese giants Porto. Neves primarily plays as a defensive midfielder although he is not afraid to go forward usually being the catalyst for Porto’s attacking moves.
Neves is a born footballer with great positional sense and an eye for a pass as well. Although Neves, like most players his age lacks the physique to be a proper defensive midfielder at the moment, his skills on the ball and his playmaking skills more than make up for it.
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The youngster has also represented the Portugal national side having made 2 appearances for the senior side. Neves has shown consistency and maturity which belies his young age and he has already proven that he is a natural leader.
Fast becoming the midfield mainstay at a club of Porto’s stature, Neves definitely has a bright future ahead of him.
