Six BVB Academy Talents to Watch Closely

In the aging period of Borussia Dortmund, youthfulness will be a necessity in the coming years. Time to have a look at a list of some of the most exciting talents.
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Samuele Inacio (AM/SS/LW, 16, Italy)

Samuele Inacio
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Inacio is a true talent who oozes class. I've seen him primarily off the left. However, his zone of influence is expansive. Inacio is a tricky player with great body manipulation and close control, allowing him to easily invite pressure and skip past them, showing confidence going inside or outside.

Inacio is precise and creative in his link-up play, involving others and excelling in minimal touch play in tight areas despite his smaller frame. Inacio's close control is very impressive and allows him to be the driving force in many attacks with his tight carrying. Possesses an impressive zipped pass into forwards' feet, and his crossing and final pass are also decent. However, the final third work is vital in development.

He is a hard-working off-ball, constantly pressing and sensing triggers well. He closes down angles and is strong in challenges. His physicality could be a concern, but with the right development and guidance in his transition to the professional game, he will be perfectly fine. His physical integration will determine his pathway because the talent is practically there already.