Mateus Xavier

Mateus Xavier is an 18-year-old Brazilian attacker who wears the number 47 shirt for Santos. He is a product of the club’s famed youth system, the same system that produced Pelé and Neymar. Xavier operates primarily as a wide forward or second striker, using close control and quick changes of direction to beat defenders in one-on-one situations. His dribbling and willingness to run at defences are his standout traits, though he is still developing the end product required at senior level...