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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'Amazing.' The Reds' Tyler Callihan is progressing from his broken arm. Here's the latest
Tyler Callihan returned to the Cincinnati Reds clubhouse 44 days after suffering multiple fractures in his left forearm during a game against the Braves, an event described by manager Terry Francona as "amazing," though Callihan's recovery is ongoing. Meanwhile, Graham Ashcraft is on the 15-day injured list due to a right groin strain but reports feeling better, and Austin Hays is working towards a return from his third IL stint this season after persistent pain...
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