U17s: Barry Cotter knows he has been handed a "massive opportunity" in the @loi_u17 #loi17 http://t.co/W3nqOPxSdv pic.twitter.com/BSntEFhdai

— Limerick FC (@LimerickFCie) August 25, 2015

16-year-old striker Barry Cotter is one of their newest signings, but fans have been quick to point out that he could easily pass for Brazilian professional footballer Neymar.

So, @LimerickFCie the latest club to beat Man United to a player's signature. They've got Neymar for their Under-17s. pic.twitter.com/Ahs20jFA8d

— David Sneyd (@DavidSneyd) August 25, 2015

Neymar has changed his name to Barry Cotter and signed for League of Ireland side Limerick. Didn't see that coming. pic.twitter.com/3ItMwQF5TC

— Paddy Power (@paddypower) August 27, 2015

Young Barry shares more than just looks with the famous footballer - he also has a similar self-confidence.

"I’m just hoping for a brighter future. It’s a massive opportunity – I couldn’t ask for anymore at this time," he told LimerickFC.ie.

"I’m looking for a top-three finish, and on goals I’m looking to score at least one or two in each game for the rest of the season."

BREAKING: Neymar signs for two-bit Irish club just to spite #MUFC pic.twitter.com/oL0e7xCA9S

— Football FanCast (@FootballFanCast) August 27, 2015

One is called Neymar and the other is called Barry Cotter.

BUT WHICH IS WHICH?! pic.twitter.com/mab4gSGpye

— Footy Accumulators (@FootyAccums) August 27, 2015

The story of Neymar's Irish doppelgänger has been picked up by international news organisations such as The Guardian and Bleacher Report.

Neymar lookalike promising to emulate Barcelona star at Limerick http://t.co/YTDt7ctUz7 via @guardian_sport

— The Guardian (@guardian) August 27, 2015

Sorry #MUFC fans. #Neymar has rejected you and signed for Irish side @LimerickFCie instead 😂 http://t.co/PRX3MzXrdO pic.twitter.com/YoKOKH7RiY

— B/R Football (@brfootball) August 27, 2015