Embolo has emerged as a genuine young talent at FC Basel since his debut in 2014. Breel Embolo is one of the most highly rated young players in world football, and recent reports suggest that Manchester United have added their name to the long list of clubs who are keeping a close eye on the development of the FC Basel and Switzerland striker. Embolo was born in Yaounde, Cameroon but moved to Basel with his mother and brother at the age of 6, playing youth football for the Nordstern and Old Boys clubs before joining FC Basel at 13.