Florian Wirtz’s Childhood Letter Reveals Fandom for Neymar Jr.

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Florian Wirtz’s Childhood Letter Reveals Fandom for Neymar Jr.

A letter Wirtz wrote at 12 is now displayed at the German Football Museum, offering a sweet glimpse into his childhood ambitions. Dated May 28, 2015, it describes school, friends, PE, English and football joy. The standout line comes at the end, where Wirtz says he hopes to become a footballer like his “biggest idol: Neymar Jr.”

By Nischay Rathore

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Manchester United Await Manuel Ugarte Update After World Cup Injury

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