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Tom Beattie

Adama Traore reveals NFL ambitions after being approached by teams

Adama Traore NFL Football Romain Saiss FC Barcelona

Adama Traore's has revealed a surprise ambition to play American football after he was approached to join the NFL during his time with at Barcelona.

The Spanish international's dazzling speed and powerful running made him one of the most unique talents in the Premier League and after returning from six months in his homeland he was a mainstay in the Wolves squad once more. The 27-year-old's skillset makes him a useful weapon for coach Julen Lopetegui and his compatriot used him 40 times last term.

Previously, his ex-teammate at the Midlands club Romain Saiss has explained that the former Middlesbrough star could have swapped football for a new career in the NFL after he was offered the chance to swap sports during his temporary spell at Camp Nou.

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