Yes I have, he does work with his defenders but does not organize them as well as they should. Keeper capability wise he is average, lacks size. Would I kick off my team? No.

Is Flato better? yes, but he is a hothead and can be easily taken out of the game.

Are there others in the age group? Yes
I would place him in the top 4 including CESA Premier and NECSA in the mix.

So pros and cons and as you said to each his own...