In this Real Sideline Expert clip, Chris Robinson, a professional scout for over 30 years, offers a fascinating look at grassroots scouting for top clubs. He reveals that on any given weekend, a club like Chelsea may have 40 scouts watching games across London, scouring for young talent. Chris explains the priority is signing 6-8-year-olds to develop within their academy system.

The scouting process relies on networking and building connections in the grassroots community. Scouts identify the best games to attend and promising players to watch based on their knowledge of local leagues. Ramsey emphasises the importance of scouts being familiar with their club's youth team standards before finding new talent. He suggests starting with the highest leagues and prioritising the club's target age groups while acknowledging raw talent can be found anywhere. This discussion provides valuable insights into the scouting process that uncovers some of the world's best young footballers.


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