English football club, Arsenal, have demonstrated that it is never too early to spot future talent after the Gunners signed a four-year-old Instagram sensation dubbed ‘little Messi’.
Zayn Ali Salman has made history in becoming the youngest ever recruit at Arsenal after signing up for the Premier League side’s pre-Academy aged just four.
Videos of Salman producing his dazzling skills on the pitch have racked up thousands of views on Instagram, with the youngster’s balance and skill earning him comparisons to Lionel Messi.
His old coach, Austin Schofield, told BBC News: “We put him with kids twice his age, but he was better than all of then. He was quicker and he could score and pass much better than the others.
“I spoke with his dad to suggest playing up, and he said ‘why not?'”
Salman had no problem mixing it with his bigger opponents and his father believes that his son will be able to handle the move to a Premier League club well as he is ‘different’ from other children.
“I remember the day he was born. The nurse put him on his front and he lifted his head up to look around. Even she was surprised. He’s always been strong from a young age. He has had incredible balance since he was very small. That’s carried on.
“Arsenal aren’t bothered about his age, they just think he has a lot of potentials.”
Salman has been pictured with Arsenal’s Academy Manager, Per Mertesacker, and Arsenal scout, Stephen Deans, says that he has taken the move in his stride.
“He was doing things you shouldn’t be doing at that age,” Deans said.
“When I saw him, I called a friend who confirmed he was four. I couldn’t believe that he is still in the nursery. Then I spoke to his parents and brought him to a few sessions. He is no fluke.”
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