Scout Report – Maycon Barberan
Arsenal are reportedly interested in a January move for Corinthians midfielder Maycon Barberan. The 20-year-old Brazilian’s performances have been quite impressive this season and Arsene Wenger is understood to be keen on boosting his forces in the middle of the park. Estimated to be valued at £9million, Maycon could prove to be a valuable addition for the Gunners this month.
They have been monitoring his performances for quite some time now and are likely to make a move for him before this window comes to an end. With that in mind, let’s take a closer look at the player’s profile.
History
Born in 1997 in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Maycon forayed into the world of football at the age of 12 by joining Corinthians’ youth squad. He started impressing from a very young age and was regarded as one of the brightest sparks at the academy. However, it was only in 2016 that he made his professional debut for the club. Later that year, he was loaned out to Ponte Preta. In the few appearances that he made for Preta, Maycon managed to score a solitary goal.
Upon returning to Corinthians though, Maycon managed to make room for himself in the first-team and solidified his position by putting in some brilliant performances. Soon enough, he became an indispensable member of the squad. As far as his international career is concerned, Maycon has appeared for the Brazil U17 and U20 sides.
Playing Style
The player thrives as a defensive midfielder but he can also essay the role of a central defender with relative ease. A technically gifted midfielder, Maycon operates in a rather mature manner. He can effectively link the attack to the defence, which makes him crucial during counter-attacking situations. He is equally adept at making attacking runs and shielding the defence. In fact, he can split up opposition attacks even before they reach the back line and that is a trait could potentially work wonders for Arsenal.
Maycon’s Future
Wenger has used the likes of Jack Wilshere, Granit Xhaka and Aaron Ramsey as his trusted central midfield options.But to have a young gun like Maycon could prove to be a major boost. He is experienced and is quite influential in the midfield area and signing him can benefit the Gunners in so many ways. That said, the club must most definitely make a move for him before this window comes to an end.