João Neves, a young midfielder for Paris Saint-Germain and one of the biggest prospects in Portuguese football, caused quite a stir on social media by revealing who he considers the best player in each of the world’s major football leagues. In an exclusive video released by the MVPs account on Instagram, the player did not stick to the usual obvious choices and surprised with several nominations, highlighting especially Portuguese talents spread across the main championships.
João Neves’ boldness begins right in Ligue 1, where he names Ousmane Dembélé, his teammate at PSG, as the top star, challenging Mbappé’s dominance in France. In the Bundesliga, the German Joshua Kimmich of Bayern Munich is chosen, while in the Portuguese League, the young prodigy António Silva of Benfica is the selected star – a clear sign of the new generation that promises to dominate national football.
The Portuguese midfielder did not hold back praise for La Liga, highlighting the young talent from Barcelona, Lamine Yamal, who is already making waves in Spanish football. In Major League Soccer (United States), the choice fell on none other than Lionel Messi, the star of Inter Miami, who continues to delight American fans.
In Italy, Rafael Leão, a forward for AC Milan, is pointed out by João Neves as the best in Serie A, while in the Premier League, the Portuguese star Bruno Fernandes of Manchester United remains the top reference. The Turkish Super Lig saw the election fall on Rafa Silva, who started the season at Besiktas before returning to Benfica, showing the influence of Portuguese players in various markets.
Lastly, and perhaps one of the choices that draws the most attention, João Félix emerges as the best name in the Saudi Pro League, playing for Al Nassr. This nomination confirms the impact that Portuguese players continue to have even in emerging leagues and outside the traditional European circuit.
These choices reflect not only João Neves’ keen insight into current football but also his special connection to Portuguese players who shine abroad. In an increasingly globalised market, the PSG midfielder demonstrates that Portuguese talent is alive and making its mark on the most demanding stages of world football.
The complete list of the best players chosen by João Neves is as follows:
– Ligue 1: Ousmane Dembélé (PSG) – Bundesliga: Joshua Kimmich (Bayern Munich) – Portuguese League: António Silva (Benfica) – La Liga: Lamine Yamal (Barcelona) – MLS: Lionel Messi (Inter Miami) – Serie A: Rafael Leão (AC Milan) – Premier League: Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United) – Super Lig: Rafa Silva (Besiktas/Benfica) – Saudi Pro League: João Félix (Al Nassr)
This revelation by João Neves promises to spark debate among fans and experts, especially for his preference for young Portuguese talents and choices that defy the predictable. The PSG midfielder has established himself not only as a key player in his club but also as a respected voice in the current football scene. Stay tuned, because João Neves is just beginning to impress both on and off the pitch.
