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SSFC Spotlight: Esmir Bajraktarević could be subject of dual national recruitment battle

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With the United States U-23 Men’s National Team qualifying for the upcoming Olympic Games, the competition will provide an opportunity for players to gain additional experience in a high-level tournament while also furthering their connection to the program. Esmir Bajraktareviu0107 could find himself on the roster and was included in the recent camp, scoring in the first friendly against Mexico. The 18-year-old attacker has been developing into a top talent with the New England Revolution while also attracting attention from another national team.

Born in Appleton, Wisconsin and nicknamed “Milwaukee Messi,” Bajraktareviu0107 “grew up in a Bosnian [household] where customs are cherished” and competed with SC Waukesha, the Chicago Fire, and SC Wave before joining the Revolution academy in August of 2021.