Top Five 2012 Football Prospects including the Spanish Messi

The big European clubs such as,Barcelona,Real Madrid and Man United are always looking to snap up a hidden gem. They invest millions into youth programs to aid their development. Every season huge sums are paid to bring in the very best young talent but most fail to make it to the top. Young players are dominating leagues all over the Brian Dawkins Jersey world and their price tags are raising every season. There are many great prospects out there but here are the top 5 that could really make history as one of the best ever.Juan Manuel Iturbe, 19 (Porto). Iturbe has been compared to Lionel Me si for his close control and incredible energy. Iturbe made his first time appearance for Cerro Porteno at the tender age of 16. He was in the Argentina squad for The 2011 U-20 South American championship in which he scored the winning goal against Brazil. He seriously impre sed the giant clubs in Europe and was linked with a move to Sir Alex Fergusons Man United. He has had trouble getting experience atPortoso could he be on his way to the Premier League?Iker Muniain,19 (Bilbao). Muniain has been dubbed the Spanish Me si for his creative play. Muniain has been a regular in the Athletic Bilbao side and helped them to a victory over Manchester United in the Europa League reaching the final. Muniain has already represented Spain at senior international level and has made 94 appearances for Athletic and scored 11 goals aged 19. The young Spaniard has been linked with Juventus, Real Madrid and Chelsea.Neymar, 20 (Santos). The Brazilian Scarlet has been tearing up the Brazilian Serie A League for 3 years now. He is the most sought after young footballer at the moment being linked heavily with Barcelona, Chelsea and Real Madrid. Neymar is already one of the first players on the team sheet for bothSantosandBrazil. He has an incredible record of a goal almost every second game for Santos and Brazil. He could follow his Godfather Robinhos footsteps to Real Madrid and turn into one of the Bernabeus greats.Lucas Moura, 20 (PSG). The Brazilian youngster has become one of the most expensive young footballers ever, after signing with Paris Saint Germain for 44.5million Euros from Sao Paulo. Lucas was ready to sign a contract with Manchester United but decided Manchester was too boring, Sir Alex Ferguson will be keen to see if he is succe sful now.He has made 15 senior appearances for Brazil and is renowned for his electric pace and direct runs. The young Brazilian will have to prove his worth this season but is certainly capable of doing so.Mario Gotze, 20 (Dortmund). Gotze has broken his way into the German National Team and helped Dortmund to their second consecutive league title contributing with numerous a sists and goals. He wasnt given a chance to contribute at the Euros but will most certainly be a huge part of German footballs future. Gotze is known for his spectacular flair and dribbling ability with this combination he could dominate European football. Brandon Brooks Jersey