We’re forever hearing of new players dubbed, ‘the next Makelele/Ronaldinho etc.’ but few live up to expectations – while even fewer manage to make a name for themselves.
But there are exceptions – watching Arsenal’s Adebayor reach the top of the scoring charts in yesterday’s game against Blackburn reminded us of another braid headed, long limbed African and former Arsenal hero, Kanu – except Adebayor has more pace and scores more goals.
Let us know of any other players who have managed shine from beneath illustrious shadows.

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