Meanwhile, Alena, is a midfielder who shot to prominence following a super goal against Roma in the Uefa Youth League back in 2015. Im not talking about being in the starting team, just being part of the squad and having the opportunity to work with players of that quality. The Croatian, 28, has nine goals and three assists in 23 Serie A starts for the Italian giants and his form has attracted interest from across Europe. Boss Gareth Southgate is worried about the injury-plagued stars ability to play two games in a week. Getty Images7Carles Puyol is a Barcelona icon who graduated through club’s academyRex Features. Bruce said: “Everyone agrees that Sam needed to go and play football. Cucurella is considered the most urgent of the three to tie down, despite his willingness to stay with the club. The difference between him now and three months ago is there for all to see. Keep up to date with ALL the latest FOOTBALL?news, gossip and rumoursI was told to keep moving but t. di Mboula, Marc Cucurella, both 18, and Carles Alena, 19, are considered hot property.