USMNT: Sergino Dest can be the real deal

USMNT, Sergino Dest (Photo by TF-Images/Getty Images)

On Friday, Sergino Dest was named Ajax’s Young Player of the Season. The USMNT defender really can be the real deal, unlike many former pretenders.

There is a natural excitement that comes when young players perform at a high level. Fans love to see talent shine, whether it be at their clubs or on the international stage, and so, when young players begin to make progress in certain areas, fans get excited.

This is especially true for national teams. Clubs can buy players to supplement the team. They can add talent in the transfer market and improve their squads without having to develop their own players. National teams do not have that…