South America is rarely in short supply of talent coveted by Europe’s elite, and Andre Trindade da Costa Neto, or just Andre, looks to be the next samba star ready to take the plunge.
Described by some as the ultimate ‘modern-day defensive midfielder’, Andre’s stock soared during Fluminense’s run to their maiden Copa Libertadores success in November.
The 22-year-old was never regarded as a talent destined for superstardom, and it took a while for him to establish himself with Fluminense’s senior setup. Roger Machado aided his integration, but it was Fernando Diniz who has helped Andre reach…
