One footballer's dream of playing the game at the highest level might have come sooner than he thought - and if his dream materialises, we will soon have yet another star plying his trade in Europe.
Known to be a sports-loving nation, South Africa prides itself on having produced some world-class footballers over the years.
From players like Benni McCarthy, Lucas Radebe, Steven Pienaar, Percy Tau and even current Bafana striker Lyle Foster, each of these players has made their mark and flown the SA flag high while signing at various overseas clubs.
Now, a new breed of talent, Emile Witbooi, will soon have the opportunity to show his worth after being invited to fly to England to attend trials for the Premier League side Chelsea Football Club.
The 16-year-old Cape Town City player is known to be quite a talent when it comes to his abilities on the football field and has been spotted by several European Clubs in recent times with Chelsea making a move.
