From Rooney to Bellingham, which most expensive U19 soccer signings were hits?

Gabriele Marcotti, a senior soccer writer for ESPN.com, analyzed the 25 most expensive transfers of Under-19 players between 1999 and 2022, adjusting for inflation and using figures from Transfermarkt. Highlighting players like Kylian Mbappé, Wayne Rooney, and Vinícius Júnior, he assessed whether they met or surpassed expectations or turned out to be busts in their careers. The analysis provided insights into the impact and success of young players making big moves in the soccer world.

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