Simon Skrabb- The next Jari Litmanen
Club:FinlandFF Jaro Pietarsaari
Nationality:FinlandFinland
Age:16
Height:1.71 m / 5.61 ft
Weight:63 kg / 138 lbs
Position:Central midfielder
Background and History
Simon is a product of the FF Jaro football academy, playing for the club since the age of six. Around the same time, Simon also played junior hockey, but devoted himself solely to football at the age of 11.
Simon's talent became noticeable from a very early age, accumulating several top ranking European clubs that have been monitoring his development ever since.
When he was 12, Simon was eventually invited by Liverpool to a trial at the Anfield and he was since then visited by the clubs officials for several times.
He was also on trail for Fulham around the same age.
Strengths
Described as a playmaker, Simon Skrabb is at his best when playing as a central attacking midfielder, but he can occupy any position in the midfield.
The 1.71m-tall left-footed starlet holds a steady shot towards the goal and a good vision of the field, also having good pace and acceleration abilities.
Weaknesses
Simon is obviously on the right path, playing 810 minutes this season in senior matches for Jaro. In order to continue a steady development rate, the youngster needs to make the best out of every minute played at both the domestic and international stage.
Additionally, Simon still needs to work on his physical skills and possibly put on some weight in order to succeed at a higher level.
Mentality
Skrabb is a hard working young player, who exercises his personal abilities on his own time as well as with his team.
A good natured and devoted player, who is very positive and believes in his abilities.
Current Situation
Simon has played for all of Finland's youth sides, highly impressing at Under-16 level and he was recently called up to play for Finland's Under-17 squad to play at the Open Nordic Championship held in Iceland.
FF Jaro ended last season at the fifth position in Finland and this season they are currently struggling in 9th place.
The youngster is still very young and should first accomplish earning a regular place in his sides starting line-up, before considering exporting himself out of Finland.
Should he make an impact on his team and help them improve their position or even win an award, the youngster may be taken much more seriously in future deals.
