Jamie Gittens: The Next Big Thing in English Football?
Borussia Dortmund’s 20-year-old winger Jamie Gittens has made a name for himself in the football world with his impressive performances in the Bundesliga and Champions League. But did you know that he’s now dropping the "Bynoe" from his name? The reason behind this change is quite interesting.
In an interview, Gittens revealed that both "Jamie" and "Bynoe" are his father’s names, and he was advised to be referred to as just "Gittens" because it’s shorter. His father, who is well-known in the football community, thinks that this change will make it easier for people to recognize him on the pitch.
Gittens’ impressive form has led many to believe that he’s the next big thing in English football. His two goals in last night’s Champions League fixture against Club Brugge solidified his position as one of the top young players in the world. And with his pace, skill, and determination, he’s definitely one to watch.
But what’s truly remarkable about Gittens is the pathway that he’s taken to get to where he is today. He joined Manchester City’s youth academy in 2018 before moving to Dortmund, where he graduated to the first-team squad. His success is a testament to the excellent development structure that Dortmund has in place.
Former England international Joe Cole, who also played abroad during his career, has praised Gittens and offered some valuable insight into the development of young English players at Dortmund.
"Talking to people out in Germany, they want to take the best young players in England, take them out, there’s a pathway," Cole said. "Imagine the best 16-year-old in the country now, he’s thinking: ‘Should I sign for Chelsea, Arsenal, Manchester United, Manchester City? Borussia Dortmund is on the table – well, that’s interesting.’"
Cole believes that Dortmund’s ability to attract top young talent from England is due to their excellent reputation and the success of players like Jadon Sancho and Jude Bellingham.
"They’re managing to do that and also compete, which is incredible," Cole said. "That’s off the back of doing it for so long."
As Gittens continues to impress on the pitch, it’s clear that he’s on track to become one of the biggest stars in the game. And with his change of name, he’s ready to take the next step in his career.
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