FM 2016 Wonderkids To Watch – Mosquito

Mosquito (Thiago Rodrigues da Silva)

Club: UE Llagostera (Spain)

Position: ST

Age: 19

Nationality: Brazilian

The kids a bit like: Romario

Mosquito could be one of the FM 2016 wonderkids that you should add on your shortlist. His talent is well-known in Brazil but he had a rather tormented career so far. First he had to leave Vasco Da Gama due to unpaid wages, he agreed a transfer to Sao Paulo but the deal fell through. His best days were at  Atlético Paranaense where he managed to make his senior debut but then was released and moved back to Vasco, amid an dubious ownership battle between the two clubs.

This summer he decided to move to Europe as he signed a deal with Spanish Segunda Division side Llagostera. That’s not exactly the career path we would expect from a wonderkid but the quality is surely there judging by the videos available. He has also been quite a star in the Brazilian Under 17 national side, so his talent might erupt shortly. He was also named the best player in the 2011 South America under 15 Championship, as well as finishing the same competition as top scorer with 11 goals.

Mosquito stats

Atletico Paranaense: Appearances: 14 / Goals: 1

Brazil Under 17: Appearances: 9 / Goals: 5

Brazil Under 20: Appearances: 1 / Goals: 0

What should we expect from this FM 2016 wonderkid? As the nickname suggests, he is a quick lad and one that stings when you least expect it. He should have at least reasonable potential in FM 16 considering his achievements for the Brazilian national youth sides.