Hurst... if you are talented AND athletic.....

But talent is a complex question...

I think we all agree that Michael Jordan was (is) a talented Basketball player who is also a superb athlete. Yet baseball was not as easy as he thought.

In my opinion talent is more of a requirement in baseball than athleticism whereas basketball can be skewed the other way.

Talent in a soccer player to me means ball control; in passing running, shielding, etc. It also means good head on your shoulders.

May I point out that some of the greatest players to play the game Pele 5ft 8in and Maradona 5ft 5in where not imposing figures on the field. Of course quick feet are important.