GdS: Milan developing ‘new Camarda’ – who is the starlet they call ‘Sheva’

Francesco Camarda is one of the brightest products of the AC Milan youth academy in recent times. However, another is emerging, too.

Camarda may not be 18 yet, but his situation is known across Europe. The young Italian is believed to be the next big thing for Milan and the Italian National Team. Of course, his goals for the Under 21s prove the latter is true, whilst his time with Lecce supports the former point.

Ultimately, the Rossoneri have talent on their hands to lead the line, but he is not the only gem.

Sheva, Camarda, Benzema and Yamal

As Gazzetta dello Sport writes, another youngster is emerging in the ranks, one that they call ‘Sheva’, thanks to his Ukrainian origins. Andrea Kostyuk, who is already being compared to Camarda, is just 13 years old, but the future looks bright.

Born in Milan, and a true Milanista, he draws inspiration from the likes of Rafael Leao and Christian Pulisic, but his game is similar to Karim Benzema. At Vismara, they are sure that he can be the ‘new Camarda’.

This weekend, against Juventus, he scored four goals in 22 minutes: a header, a goal with his right foot, a tap-in and another header. Seven goals in three games in the Under 14 championship, a fantastic record in itself.

However, that record hits 1,006 in the past four years, a phenomenon. Initially, at Assago, he played as a defender. But he has played everywhere since moving to the Rossoneri, mainly on the frontline, though.

A strong striker, the comparisons to Benzema are telling, even if the links to Camarda are easier due to their roots. Already there is interest in his international allegiances, and an Italian call-up could arrive soon. This is the level of talent we are discussing.

Coaches in the past have described him as otherworldly due to his technical capabilities and ability to use both feet. Against Inter, he scored five goals, earning him the nickname ‘Matador’, thanks to the fact that he only played half of the game.

Gaetano Tatolo even compared him to Lamine Yamal, surpassing the links to Camarda and Benzema. In school, he is referred to as the ‘God of Football’. Everything points to success for him, and whilst there is room for improvement. Milan are already excited, and at 13, time is on his side.