Close, but no cigar. Michael Yokhin introduces the next wave of dazzling under-21s raising eyebrows around the globe
1. Ezequiel Barco (Independiente, 17)
It speaks volumes about Barco's potential that some were audacious enough to compare him to Ricardo Bochini, the greatest legend in Independente's history.
The 17-year-old midfielder was given his debut by coach Gabriel Milito in August and hasn't looked back, finding the net in only his second game. In fact, he is always looking forward on the pitch, trying to develop attacks with brilliant through-balls. He is a great dribbler too – a true entertainer.