Omar Janneh , at just 17 years old, is the new jewel of Atlético de Madrid. Born in Lleida and of African descent, this forward has caught the attention of European football. Although Real Madrid tried to sign him, he decided to continue his career at Atlético.
An outstanding talent in the red and white youth team
Janneh has been a standout performer for Atlético Madrid's Under-19s . With 16 goals and 5 assists this season, he has proven his ability to make a difference on the pitch. His performance in the youth derby against Real Madrid, where he scored one goal and provided one assist, cemented his reputation as one of the most promising players of his generation.
Comparisons with Fernando Torres
The figure of Fernando Torres , a legend of Atlético, is unavoidable when talking about Janneh. Some experts believe that Janneh could surpass the "Niño" due to his imposing physique (1.87 metres), his speed and his ability to strike with both legs. These qualities make him a complete striker with immense potential for the future.
Janneh's talent has not gone unnoticed. Clubs in England and Germany already have him on their radar, and Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta watched him closely in the recent youth derby. However, Janneh has decided to remain at Atletico, showing loyalty to his club.
A future assured at Atlético de Madrid
Atletico Madrid have full confidence in Janneh and are already working to ensure he continues his development at the club. His decision to reject Real Madrid and stay at Atletico is a relief for the fans, who dream of seeing him succeed in the first team.
Omar Janneh is a promising youngster at Atlético Madrid. His ability, combined with his commitment to the club, positions him as one of the most exciting players of his generation. Janneh's future at Atlético looks bright, and fans will be hoping he follows in the footsteps of Fernando Torres to become a legend for Atlético.
Goals in preseason
Yesterday, Atleti B faced Zamora in a friendly match between first team players and reserve team players. The red-and-whites, led in this match by Tevenet, took the victory by 3-0 and Omar Janneh was one of the protagonists. He made the final 3-0 and left a great impression in the minutes he was on the field.