Tottenham prodigy described as a ‘street footballer’ named in world’s top youngsters list

“Ireland have been crying out for an exciting young forward since Robbie Keane retired, and now it seems that one may have arrived at one of their record scorer’s former clubs,” wrote Goal.

“Eighteen-year-old Troy Parrott, who has already made his international debut, was handed his first Tottenham appearance by Jose Mourinho earlier this season before recently committing his future to the north London club until 2023.

“A classic ‘street footballer’ with excellent technique and keen instincts, Parrott has been tipped to “play lots more matches for Ireland and Spurs” by former club-mate Christian Eriksen.”

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Parrott has certainly shown that he’s a cut above and, though Mourinho is eager not to place too much pressure and expectation on his shoulders, he’s undoubtedly a player who, with the right tutelage, can go on to great things.

It’s worth remembering that Harry Kane had to bide his time before breaking into the Spurs first team, with several loans away from N17, and it worked a treat – the same approach should be taken with Parrott.