Expert predicts that Samu Omorodion, who was previously sought after by Chelsea, will become Spain's top striker for the next ten years.

It was a close call for Samu Omorodion when he almost joined Chelsea this past summer, but ultimately ended up signing with Porto. The 20-year-old striker has been making waves in the football world, with many predicting him to be Spain's top forward in the coming years. Chelsea had originally agreed to a €40 million deal with Atletico Madrid for Omorodion's transfer, but concerns over an ankle injury during his medical and disagreements over image rights led to the move falling through.

However, Porto saw the potential in Omorodion and signed him for an initial fee of €15 million, with the option to purchase an additional 30% of his rights by 2026. And it's safe to say that Omorodion has already proven his worth on the pitch, scoring seven goals in seven appearances for Porto, including a standout performance against Manchester United in the Europa League.

His impressive form has also caught the attention of the Spanish national team, with Omorodion scoring four goals for their Under-21s in a recent 6-0 win against Malta. Javier Vidales, a former scout for Atletico, believes that Omorodion will be Spain's star striker for the next decade. "He will be the next No.9 of the national team and for many years. For the next decade... at least. I'm almost certain he'll go to the World Cup," Vidales said in an interview with Record.

Vidales admits that he wasn't involved in bringing Omorodion to Atletico, but recognizes his talent and the unique qualities he brings to a team. "When talking about Samu, people tend to focus on physical condition. But it goes much further than that," Vidales explained. "He is not just a robust striker, who plays with his back to goal and keeps possession of the ball, distributing it to his teammates. He is very intelligent... playing with just him is like playing with two attackers."

According to Vidales, Omorodion's ability to play the role of two strikers sets him apart from others. He can act as a reference point for defenders, but also has the skill to find spaces and make runs behind the defense. "He has a lot ahead of him and, on top of that, he is hungry. He comes from a humble family and has a great desire to learn," Vidales added.

And with Porto being in the Champions League and playing in the Portuguese league, Vidales believes it's the perfect environment for Omorodion to continue developing and reaching his full potential. It's clear that the young striker has a bright future ahead of him, and many are excited to see him continue to shine for both club and country.

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