Ruan Pablo: Bahia’s 15-year-old striker who already has Europe’s eyes

It's worth noting that Ruan Pablo typically competes in the Brazilian U-17 Championship, where he has already contributed five goals and ten assists

Desmond Efe-Khaese

2023-11-02 11:06:15

Image Credits: © (@ruanpabloc.5 on Instagram)

In European football scouting, a significant shift has occurred in recent times. The focus now lies in the pursuit of young talent at the earliest possible moment, long before the price of their potential skyrockets.

The scouts actively seek out budding stars within the ever-fertile Brazilian football landscape. Their objective is clear: to be the first to identify the next phenomenon, investing in what it could become rather than what it currently offers.

In recent weeks, whispers have emerged about the most promising talent from Salvador de Bahía, attracting the keen attention of European clubs and talent agencies, who have marked him as a gem in the making. This young sensation is none other than Ruan Pablo, a 15-year-old forward who has been captivating audiences, even as Bahía’s tricolor club attempts to nurture him discreetly.

Over the past weekend, Bahía’s U-15 squad emerged victorious in the state final, and it was Ruan Pablo who stood out. He scored a crucial goal and provided an assist in the 2-0 victory against Camaçariense in the first leg, following it up with an impressive performance in the second leg, where a goal was unjustly disallowed, leading to a 0-0 draw.

Who is Ruan Pablo?

Describing Ruan Pablo himself, he is an attacker born in 2008, standing tall at 1.83 meters. He boasts exceptional power, remarkable dexterity with both feet, and a devastating one-on-one ability that sets him apart. His extraordinary talent has already set the wheels in motion for a potential European career.

It’s worth noting that Ruan Pablo typically competes in the Brazilian U-17 Championship, where he has already contributed five goals and ten assists. In the U-15 state semifinals, he once again made his mark with another goal and assist.

Premier clubs in England and Spain have expressed their interest, and prominent agencies are vying to establish a partnership with his agent before he turns 16.