One of the most interesting talents right now in MLS Next Pro is Chicago Fire II player, David Poreba. The midfielder is currently on loan from Stal Mielec of the Ekstraklasa. Let's take a look at MLS Next Pro's current golden boot leader. ⬇️
Player Profile:
Name: David Poreba
Age: December 2 2002 (21)
Height: 1.82 Meters (5.97 Feet)
Nationality: Poland
Position: Center Midfielder
Club: Chicago Fire II (On Loan From Stal Mielec)
Technical:
The Current MLS Next Pro golden boot leader sits at the top of the league with 11 goal contributions in 15 appearances for the club. Playing in central midfield, Poreba is gifted on and off the ball.
Poreba plays with maturity and physicality. When he plays in defensive midfield, Poreba is capable of making precise, game-altering tackles. Fluctuating between the 6 and the 8, Poreba is capable of creating chances offensively just as strong as he is defensively.
Tactical: Poreba plays well within the team environment. A typical starter and captain, Poreba is capable of being the "spark" on the field wherever he is needed. Because he is so versatile, Poreba is seen as a connector piece between the offensive and defensive units.
Poreba is a player capable of producing match defining moments when called upon. Not overtly flashy, he is a team player, who knows what it means to play for the badge, and give teammates opportunities to succeed.
Physical: Poreba is a large player, and makes his presence known, especially in defensive moments. Using his frame to his advantage, Poreba is capable of taking the ball away from opposition in one swift movement, to turn the ball to his teammates.
Mental: At just 21 years old, Poreba is a player with massive potential. One of the things that stood out to me the most when I watched him play was his massive maturity.
Having earned 2 first team short term loans (1 in Charlotte, 1 in Chicago) at the age of 21, I see as a great sign of his footballing maturity. Because he is playing at the level that he is in MLS Next Pro, I know that Poreba hasn't nearly hit his ceiling. I expect him to go far.
Conclusion: Poreba is a player with great potential and a large ceiling for success. With loads of possibilities for Poreba at the conclusion of his loan in Chicago, the opportunities are limitless.
I could see a possibility where Poreba joins the Fire permanently, or I could see him developing back with Stal Mielec. I think that an opportunity for Poreba to regularly play in a first team environment would only accelerate his growth. I'm excited to see Poreba develop.