According to a recent report by Tutto Mercato Web (translated by Birmingham Live), Everton are keeping tabs on AS Roma youngster Vincenzo Venturino Muteba. However, the same source has claimed that the Toffees will face stiff competition from Aston Villa in pursuit of the Serie A teen sensation.
Vincenzo Venturino Muteba’s Inspiring Rise In Italian Football
The 17-year-old has enjoyed a meteoric rise through the youth ranks of AS Roma and is currently an integral member of the club’s Under-18 side. The Italian wonderkid featured in 21 matches for Roma’s U-17 team, scoring one goal while grabbing one assist. Muteba failed to help his team beat Inter Milan in the final of the Campionato Nationale last season.
However, his incredible performances have not gone unnoticed as the Toffees are eager to bring him to Goodison Park. However, the Villans could prove to be strong contenders for the Italian dazzler’s signature. Muteba can operate in both the full-back positions, but he prefers to play on the right.
At 17, the Roma-born prospect has a lot of time to develop his game and unlock his true potential in European football. Marco Silva has proved that he is willing to put his faith on his younger talents if they are good enough to feature for the Everton senior team. The recent rise of Beni Baningime and Tom Davies at Merseyside goes to show that the Toffees academy starlets have a decent shot at earning regular game time in the Premier League.
Is Muteba A Prospect For The Future?
Goodison Park could be an ideal destination for Muteba if he is hoping to make an impact at the highest level in the coming years. However, the Italian sensation needs to hit the gym soon so that he can possess enough strength to compete for his right to play in the Premier League someday.
There is no doubt that Muteba is a very gifted full-back and has the potential to become a world-class player in his position. Joining Everton could help the Italian rising star fulfil his dreams in one of the most competitive leagues in world football.
However, the jury is still out on whether he has enough mental strength to handle the pressures of playing the beautiful game in England.
