Every season we meet some of the young players of the Premier League. These young players can put pressure on one of the best leagues in the world with their talent. Whenever young players get a chance, they can win the hearts of all Premier League spectators with their quality and maturity.
One of the most popular leagues in the world is the premier league. In premier league matches, the presence of spectators is always noticeable. For Covid-19, the spectators have not been there for the last two years, but it is slowly returning to the field.
In the summer transfer window, many of the top players have signed for various Premier League clubs and increased the strength of their teams. Many talented youngsters get their match time. The Premier League is a platform for young players to dominate Europe. Now we look at the twelve youngsters of the new season.
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12. Phil Foden (Manchester City)
Early Career
Phil Foden makes an impact on the English National Team with his performance. For his country, he plays various age-based tournaments. A goal from Foden in the final of the under-17 World Cup clinched the title for Spain in 2017. He received the Best Player of the Tournament award for his outstanding performance. On 21 November 2017, Foden made his Manchester City debut against Feyenoord in a Champions League game.
During the 2018 FA community shield, he made his debut for Manchester City. He scored his debut goal for Manchester City against Rotherham United in the FA Cup. Foden scored eight goals and nine assists in the 2019-20 season. He scored against the Wolves in the opening game of the 2020-21 Premier League season. Foden scored his first UEFA Champions League goal against Olympiacos. In the 2020-21 Premier League, he won the Young Player Of The Season award.
key features
- His speed with the ball is splendid.
- He has excellent footwork and with the ball dribbling.
- He can make powerful shots with both feet.
- Ball controlling power and techniques makes him a true potential player.
- His scoring skills are admirable.
Present Work Standard
The start of this season has been good enough for young talented player Foden. In the Premier League this year, Foden has noticed a lot of matches he has played. Despite not being able to play regularly because of injury, his number of games has been quite impressive.
11. Mason Greenwood (Manchester United)
Early Career
Greenwood is a gem of Manchester United academy. He plays various age-based tournaments for his country. In 2018, he signed his first professional contract for Manchester United. José Mourinho chose him to practice with the first squad before their UEFA Champions League encounter against Valencia in December 2018. In the final matchday of the season, Greenwood made his first senior appearance for the club in a 2–0 loss to Cardiff City.
He scored his first goal against Leeds United in July 2019. In September, he became the youngest ever club goalscorer in European competition when he scored his first goal against Kazakhstani side Astana. He was only 17 years, 353 days old. In January 2020, he scored his first FA cup goal against Tranmere Rovers. Greenwood played six United games till July 2020, following a three-month suspension because of the Covid-19 pandemic.
In the first three games of the six, he did not score. But Greenwood scored a total of four goals in the next three games. He scored his first UEFA Champions League goal against RB Leipzig in October 2020. In the 2020-21 season, he scored many goals and assists in the Premier League, UEFA Champions League, FA cup, etc.
Key Features
- First of all, he is a versatile football player.
- His running is excellent in the middle of the field and along the line.
- Ball controlling power and passing quality are incredible.
- His pinpoint cross and shooting technique are perfect.
- He is an effective forward.
Present Work Standard
Greenwood began his career as a midfielder before transitioning to a forward. For Manchester United, he frequently plays in the right-wing position. Greenwood also plays as a second striker. In the 2021-22 Premier League season, he opened his account against Leeds United. In another game against the wolves, he showed his charisma and knockout. Day by day, he improves his game and contributes to his team.
10. Bukayo Saka (Arsenal)
Early Career
Bukayo Saka, a young promising midfield engine, has built confidence in the midfield of Arsenal and the England national team. Although he started his football career at Watford Academy, later he became an Arsenal academy player. He signed a professional contract for Arsenal at seventeen years old. In 2018, he made his debut for Arsenal in Europa League. In 2019, he made his Premier League debut against Fulham.
He scored his first goal in the UEFA Champions League in 2019. In this match, he also assists his team. In January 2020, he scored for his team in the FA Cup fourth-round match. Saka made his first goal in the Premier League in July 2020 against Wolves. In January 2021, he voted for the player of the month award. He has repeatedly won the player of the Month award consistently. Coach Arteta has a lot to say about him in his performances.
Key Features
- He accelerates speed very quickly.
- With the dribbling quality.
- Average heading quality.
- He is flexible in both flanks and feet.
- His ability to score goals is satisfactory.
Present Work Standard
The young player Saka appears to be honing his skills as he goes. He possesses an offensive potential that both excites fans and concerns opponents. The ferocity of his maneuvers, quickness, coordination make reveals his skills. He turns his body, dribbles, and crosses to highlight his strengths.
In this year’s Premier League season, Arsenal wins the north London derby. Saka makes a great assist with the first goal. In the third goal, Smith Rowe from midfield passes a long ball to Saka, and he receives the ball, enters the box at lightning speed, and scores, silencing the Spurs.
9. Emily Smith Rowe (Arsenal)
Early Career
Here we talk about another young English midfielder, Emily Smith Rowe. He represents his country in various youth tournaments. He won a title in the FIFA U-17 world cup. Smith is an academy product of Arsenal. In 2017, he made his first professional contact. Smith signed his long-term professional contract for Arsenal in 2018.
As a senior player, he made his debut in the UEFA Champions League against Vorskla Poltava. Smith went to RB Leipzig on loan in the 2018-19 season. He is not a regular player for Leipzig for his injury issue. After that, he joined Huddersfield on loan at the end of the 2019-20season.
The Huddersfield manager wanted Smith Rowe to have a lot more match time. Smith came into the limelight with a goal against Fulham in February 2020. He again joins Arsenal in August 2020. He is pleased with his performance in the Europa League on his comeback.
In the Premier League start, Arsenal did not do well. Arteta relies on him and gives him the number 10 jersey. Smith clinches a victory against London giant Chelsea on Boxing Day.
Key Features
- His with-the-ball run and ball control power is outstanding.
- As an attacking midfielder, his passing, shooting, holding the ball is marvelous.
- As a winger, his speed and crossing is very promising.
- He is flexible with both feet.
- He can score goals in an adverse situation.
Present Work Standard
This potential young midfielder has risen in the Premier League with his talent. With his tenacity, intentness is up to the mark. In the premier league season, his career graph is upward, rising year by year. His performance in the North London Derby displays that he has come a long way.
8. Illan Meslier (Leeds United)
Early Career
This 21-year-old young French goalkeeper Illan is promising for world football. Meslier began playing football with his local team, Merlevenez. After a victorious match against FC Lorient, he joined their academy. He signed his first professional deal with Lorient in February 2018. There is a lot of interest in him among European teams in 2018.
He made his debut for Lorient against Valenciennes. He kept clean sheets for five consecutive matches. In 2018-19, he kept eleven clean sheets, and Lorient finished the tournament in a respectable place.
In August 2019, Leeds signed him with a long-term loan. He made his debut against Arsenal In the FA cup in January 2020. With his outstanding performance, Meslier amazed many. As a result, he made his debut against Hull City. Meslier makes his team in the Premier League with his performance. He was selected to be the goalkeeper for the first team because of an injury to Kiko Casilla.
Key Features
- He has an excellent positioning sense.
- Shot-stopping abilities are one of his best qualities.
- He has super reflexes and ball-handling skills.
- In an adverse situation, he calmly manages work.
- His footwork and techniques are excellent.
Present Work Standard
Right now, Meslier has managed to put himself on the list of the most saved goalkeepers. In the premier league season, young Meslier was amazed by his performance. Meslier has been steadily improving since joining Lorient to Leeds United. Watching his performance, Spurs goalkeeper Lloris praised him.
7. Youri Tielemans (Leicester City)
Early Career
The Young Belgian midfielder Youri Tielemans is a product of Anderlecht academy. In July 2013, he was an unused substitute in the 1–0 win over Genk in the 2013 Belgian Super Cup. The following week, he made his first-team debut during the opening round of the Belgian Pro League. He replaced Sacha Kljestan after 25 minutes of a 2-3 home loss to Lokeren. In October 2013, he made his UEFA Champions League debut as the youngest Belgian player.
In May 2017, He joined Monaco on a five-year deal contract. He made his UEFA Champions League debut for Monaco in September and established himself as an equalizer for the team. Tielemans made his Ligue 1 debut, appearing in a 3–0 victory against Strasbourg. He scored his first Ligue 1 goal against Olympique de Marseille. In January 2019, he joined Leicester City on a swap deal with Adrian Silva.
He scored his first goal against Fulham. He permanently joined Leicester City in May 2019. In the 2021 FA Cup final, his goal grabbed the cup from Chelsea and gave Leicester a taste of winning the title for the first time.
Key Features
- He is a versatile midfielder.
- His shooting, pace, passing, and blocking are outstanding.
- The long-range shots he takes are a nightmare for many goalkeepers.
- His ball-holding skills and techniques are praiseworthy.
- His attacking quality gives confidence to the team.
Present Work Standard
In the 2021 Premier League season, Tielemans showed his class against Manchester United. Tielemans shot deep into the goal before De Gea realized it. He equalizes from his team and wins the match in 4-2. After that, he also scores for his team in the next game. Over the past two years, this young talent has not missed a single Premier League game. Tielemans got a calf injury in the Leeds United match. We hope to see him back on the field shortly.
6. Rúben Neves(Wolves)
Early Career
This 24-year-old young player Rúben Dias started his career in FC Porto. He represents Portugal in various age-wise tournaments. In August 2014, he made his Primeira Liga debut. As the youngest goalscorer in club history, he scored to win over Marítimo.
He debuted in the UEFA Champions League against Lille in a 1-0 win. He set a new record for being the youngest player in the tournament. In 2015, he became the youngest captain in the Champions League. He also broke the record of the youngest player who made fifty appearances for his club.
Rúben signed for Wolves in 2017. In August 2017, he scored his first goal for Wolves against Hull City. For his goal against Derby County at Molineux in April 2018, he got the EFL Goal of the Year award for 2018. Rúben signed his new contract in 2018 to extend his contract until 2023. He scored his first goal against Everton in the new season. In 2018, he made his 50th appearance for Wolves.
Key Features
- He has technical, mental, and tactical skills.
- He is versatile in midfield positions.
- Defensive and attacking qualities are present in him.
- He has good ball distribution skills and long-range shooting ability.
- He has leadership qualities.
Present Work Standard
In the Premier League season, Rúben responsibly handles his midfield duty. He has rightly given confidence in the midfield. Rúben is stunning against Aston Villa. He scored a free-kick goal and helped his team win.
5. Marc Guéhi (Crystal Palace)
Early Career
The Young British defensive player Marc Guéhi started his career in Cray Wanderers. He signed his first professional contract for Chelsea in 2017. Guéhi made his Premier League debut as a bench player against Leicester City in 2019. He appeared as an unutilized replacement three more times.
The same thing happened in the UEFA Champions League match. The following week, he made his professional debut in EFL Cup third-round victory over Grimsby Town. His final appearance for Manchester United in the fourth round of the FA Cup came in October.
In 2020, he joined Championship club Swansea on loan for the remaining season. Swansea City won their match against Stoke City with a 2-0 scoreline on his Swansea City debut. Guéhi was called on the bench twice before coming in as a late replacement in a 1–1 tie with Millwall.
In August 2020, he returned to his club. He joined Crystal Palace in July 2021. Crystal Palace made the third most expensive transfer in history with this agreement. Additionally, Chelsea reportedly added sell-on incentives and the right to match any future offers for Guéhi.
Key Features
- He stays calm and composes in the defense line.
- His passing through the ball and attacking skills are excellent.
- The man has a fast recovery speed and a long passing quality.
- He has strong tackling and aerial ball skills.
- He has a solid physique.
Present Work Standard
Marc Guéhi played excellently against the Manchester City match in the Premier League. He also played well against Aston Villa, Wolves, and Burnley matches. In this Premier League season, he plays rock-solid in the defensive line. He is among the top passers in the premier league because of his excellent passing skills.
4. Rúben Dias(Manchester City)
Early Career
Rúben Dias is a young Portuguese defensive player. He started his career at Benfica in 2008. Rúben plays striking as well as in midfield at a very early age. In September 2015, he made his professional debut for the Benfica B team.
As unable to travel his regular center backs, Rui Vitória elected to play 18-year-old Dias against Zenit Saint Petersburg in their UEFA Champions League Round of 16-second leg in March 2016. In the following season, he helped the B squad finish fourth, the highest ever ranking in the second tier for the club.
In September 2017, he debuted for the senior team against Boavista in the Primeira Liga. He scored his first goal against Taca da Liga. He appeared 100th for the club in 2019 against Rio Ave and encountered an opening goal. The manager announced after the Moreirense match that it would probably be his last match with the club.
In September 2020, he joined the Premier League club Manchester City with a six-year contract. He debuted in the Premier League against Leeds United. For his outstanding defensive play, he was named player of the month for November.
Key Features
- This player has a leadership quality in defense.
- He is excellent with passing, ball possession, and tackling.
- He has a solid physical shape and outstanding aerial skills.
- This player also acts as a bridge between defense and midfield.
- He stays calm in adverse situations.
Present work Standard
During this year’s Premier League season, Rúben played a pivotal role in city defense. He performed admirably in the Old Trafford derby against Manchester United, conceding no goals. He had a great effort against Aston Villa in December.
3. Reece James (Chelsea)
Early Career
The young British Defender Reece James Started his career at the age of six in Chelsea academy. He represents his nation at various ages. In 2017, he signed a professional deal with Chelsea. The following month, he signed for Championship club Wigan Athletic on loan. The player of the year award was one of three awards he won at the end of the season.
He debuted for Chelsea after an injury in September 2019. In the EFL Cup, he scored and assisted against Grimsby Town. James signed a long-term contract with Chelsea in 2020. In September 2020, he scored his first Premier League goal against Brighton & Hove Albion. He appeared 50th for Chelsea in all tournaments. In October, he made his international debut against Wales. James was a member of England in the Euro Cup.
Key Features
- He has brilliant speed with outstanding crossing skills.
- He can both defend and attack.
- Physically, he is very strong.
- He can play both sides back positions.
- He also has a scoring ability.
Present Work Standard
He plays brilliantly in this Premier League season. Lukaku’s goal from James’ assist towards the conclusion of the first quarter of the first half stunned the Gunners at home in the London Derby of the Premier League match. The brilliant goal from James in the third quarter of the first half seemed to carry the Gunners’ nightmare.
James’ double booster against Newcastle United turned into a virtually one-sided match. After that, in the Burnley and Leicester match, he also played very well. He made his international debut against Wales. James is also a member of the Euro 2020 England team. He is constantly trying to get a chance in the national team.
2.Raphinha (Leeds United)
Early Career
The Brazilian young forward Raphinha started his youth career in Imbituba. Later, Avai scouted him. During 2014, he was 18-years-old and playing for Avai’s under-20 teams in the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A. In 2016; He signed for the Portuguese team, Vitoria Guimaraes. He scored his first goal for his club in August 2016. In 2017, He debuted in the UEFA Champions League and he was named the Vitória Guimares breakthrough Player of the Year.
In August, he made his debut against Moreirense. He scored his first goal for the club against FK Qarabag in a 2–0 win in the 2018–19 UEFA Europa League in September 2018. Raphinha was a member of the Taça da Liga-winning team in 2018–19. In 2019, this young talent signed for Rennes.
During his stay with the club, he scored eight goals and provided seven assists. It helped Rennes finish third and qualify for the 2020–21 UEFA Champions League during the 2019–20 Ligue 1 season. In October 2020, he signed for Leeds United. He made his premier league debut against Wolves.
Key Features
- He is a versatile footballer.
- With the ball, he runs like a rocket.
- He is a positive goal scorer.
- He has superb dribbling, passing, and shooting ability.
- Inside the box, he calmly handles situations.
Present Work Standard
Raphinha makes sensational starts in this premier league season. It would seem that Raphinha has started this season from the last match of the previous season, based on his performance. His performances against Norwich City this season have been quite impressive so far. He also performed well against teams like West Ham United, Wolves, and Leicester City. He made his international debut against Venezuela. As well as scoring, he assisted in this game.
1. DIOGO JOTA (LIVERPOOL)
Early Career
Portuguese young forward Diogo Jota started his career at Paços de Ferreira at a young age. He made his senior team debut against Atlético de Reguengos in the October 2014 Taça de Portugal tournament. In 2015, he debuted in Primeira Liga. He scored his first Primeira Liga goal against Académica de Coimbra and became the first young footballer to score in a high-level competition.
In July 2017, he signed for Wolves on loan. He scored his first goal for Wolves against Hull City. In 2018, he joined Wolves permanently. Because of Jota’s wonderful performances in his first year in the Premier League, Wolves won the promotion. His performances for the Wolves were quite successful.
In September, he joined one of the best clubs in premier League Liverpool. He debuted for Liverpool in EFL Cup matches. He was excellent for Liverpool in the 2020-21 campaign, helping the club qualify for the Champions League.
In March 2016, he signed for Atlético Madrid. He did not appear for them. In August 2016, he returned to Portugal and joined FC Porto on loan. He scored his first hat trick against Nacional. In December, Jota scored his first goal in the 2016–17 UEFA Champions League in a 5–0 win over Leicester City at home.
Key Features
- He is a versatile footballer.
- He has all the qualities of a pure forward.
- His positioning sense, dribblings, is excellent.
- He is also skilled in ball control technique, passing, and shooting.
- He is a perfect “Fox In The Box.”
Present Work Standard
Jota is playing more energetic football this season compared to the previous year. He is one of the top goal scorers in the Premier League this season. His debut for his country was in the UEFA EURO qualifier, and he scored the first goal against Croatia in UEFA Nations League.
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