The exciting youngster returned to action Saturday following a period of inactivity because of the FIFA ban — and Barcelona has high hopes for the talented 18-year-old forward.
They don't call him the "Korean Messi" for nothing. Naturally, standing out in a country with a lesser tradition for football is easier than shining on the tough mud pitches in Argentina. But doing so at La Masia, the greatest academy in the world, is anything but.
Seung Woo Lee reappeared Saturday after two years in the wilderness and his return represents great news for Barcelona, which is currently somewhat short of exciting talents in the youth teams.