Cameroon’s Brice Melo, One Of The Most Sought – After Midfeilders In Europe

Fresh from the mixed U20 and U23 Lions’ camp in the French capital city of Paris, France, with Junior Lions based abroad, 19 year old Brice Melo has had suitors courting after his signature in Europe’s so called top five Championships.

Melo learned his trade from one of Cameroon’s finest football Academy’s; Best Stars, from 2010 – 2018. Already reputable for being a reservoir to the national men’s selection of Cameroon, Melo seems to be the next big thing, from Best Stars Academy.

sportsglitz.net has gathered that top sides in Belgium, Germany and France are interested in the wonder – kid’s abilities.

At the just ended camp which saw the involvement of coaches from the U20 to the senior men’s category, Brice particularly was said to have caught the eye.

Talking to an observer in Paris who requested to be ananymous, he gave the following attributes of the starlet;

Brice Melo The Passer

The teenage sensation can play short passes on the ground, long passes over the heads of the forwards, and passes to the corner flag for wingers to run onto.

His passing ability is vital to his game. He has good technique and good vision. In other words, he is able to see a good pass quickly and pass the ball accurately.

Brice Melo The Ball Controlling Maestro

The center of the pitch is a crowded, chaotic place. A midfeilder’s bad touch and the ball could get stolen.

A key strength to Melo’s arsenal, is that he can receive the ball well, as cool as ice. He can keep the ball close to his body, away from defenders.

Brice Melo The Tricky Feet

Having good and stable feet is part of being a good footballer.
The youngster can dribble into open space, turn well, and beat players.

His good dribbling and passing abilities is devastating. Defenders seem to give him space (since they know he will beat them if they apply intense pressure) giving him more time to look up and pass.

Melo Can Shoot From Distance

When options are lacking, Melo can play a pass to a teammate, run towards goal, receive a return pass from his teammate, then blast the ball past the adversary’s keeper.

The lad’s main strength is shooting outside the box. He is able to score from medium and long distances.

Melo can protect the ball

Melo constantly protects the ball under pressure.

He can shield the ball when dribbling. He can turn, shield, then pass to a defender.

The starlet uses his body to protect the ball, which gives him time to find an open teammate.