How Manzambi became one of Europe's best young talents
Aston Villa's summer signing Johan Manzambi has been nominated for the best young player at the Ballon d'Or ceremony. BBC Sport looks at his rise.
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Notable Quotes
"He is playing for the professionals and he comes to us at the academy and brings some dirty clothes."
— Bernhard Weis , Academic
"It is a real surprise for many people, that he can do something special so quickly."
— Massimo Lombardo , Academic
Key People
Bernhard Weis is a youth coach who gave Johan Manzambi his debut for Freiburg Under-19s.
Johan Manzambi is a 20-year-old attacking midfielder for the Switzerland national team.
Massimo Lombardo is the academy director at Servette who worked with Johan Manzambi during his early development.
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Aston Villa's summer signing Johan Manzambi has been nominated for the best young player at the Ballon d'Or ceremony. BBC Sport looks at his rise.
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