Those pushing wunderkind Cavan Sullivan would do well to recall the fate of Freddy Adu

The fourth Sullivan brother to graduate from the Philadelphia Union academy, the family pedigree and illustrious sporting genes are why many believe this teen is uniquely equipped to handle the burden of so much expectation.

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Already polished in media relations, there’s a charming video showing him every inch the eager adolescent unveiling his first EAFC video game card.

Discussing his strengths and weaknesses, he’s a little appalled at his passing and dribbling being underrated by the tallymen. The cheerful impudence of youth.

Sullivan recently broke Freddy Adu’s record for most goals and assists in an MLS season by a 16-year-old. How eerily appropriate.

Two decades ago, the unfortunate Adu was the gifted kid with the soccer world at his feet.

Shooting television commercials opposite Pele and seriously courted by Alex Ferguson at the tender age of 14, he was ultimately chewed up, spat out and finished as a force by 20.

The very mention of his name should give serious pause, causing those prematurely pushing this child to remember no amount of youthful promise guarantees greatness.