Billyesta gilmour no overnight success at chelsea despite meteoric rise nevin

A great topic!

Billy Gilmour, the talented Scottish midfielder, has indeed had a meteoric rise at Chelsea FC, but it's not entirely accurate to say he's not an overnight success. While he has worked hard to develop his skills, his rapid ascent to the top tier of English football is certainly impressive.

Here's a brief overview of his journey:

Billy Gilmour joined Chelsea's academy at the age of 9 and quickly established himself as a talented young player. He progressed through the youth ranks, making his debut for the U18 team at just 15 years old. By 2018, he was already playing for the U23 team and was named the club's Academy Player of the Year.

In 2019, Gilmour made his professional debut for Chelsea's first team, coming on as a substitute in a Premier League match against Wolverhampton Wanderers. He went on to make several more appearances for the first team, including a start in the UEFA Europa League against Lille.

Gilmour's impressive performances for Chelsea's youth teams and his brief appearances for the first team caught the attention of Scotland's national team coach, Steve Clarke. He made his international debut for Scotland in September 2019, at just 18 years old.

Fast forward to the 2020-21 season, and Gilmour has become a regular starter for Chelsea's first team, playing in several key matches, including the UEFA Champions League. His impressive form has also earned him a call-up to the Scotland national team, where he has become a key player.

While it's true that Gilmour's rise to prominence wasn't overnight, his rapid development and success at such a young age are certainly remarkable. He's a shining example of the talent and dedication that can be found in Chelsea's academy, and his future looks bright.

As for Nevin, I assume you're referring to Martin O'Neill, the former Scotland and Aston Villa manager, who has been critical of the Scottish FA's development programs. While O'Neill's comments are valid, it's unfair to say that Gilmour's success is solely due to his individual talent, as he has undoubtedly benefited from Chelsea's excellent academy setup and coaching.