As another season kicks off, football fans are excited to see what surprises are in store for them. Every season sees the rise of a new star who sets the pitch alight and gets everyone talking. These four youngsters are among the most likely to shine this season.
Elliot Anderson
A Toon from the age of eight, Anderson is more than ready to take his place in Newcastle’s first eleven. He first played in the senior team over two years ago but has been unable to cement his spot. However, his chances are much brighter this season given his impressive performances in pre-season.
Oscar Bobb
While it’ll be impossible to displace his compatriot Haaland, there will be space for Bobb in Manchester City’s forward line. The 20-year-old has caught the eye in City’s reserve team but is yet to make an appearance at the senior level. With City competing on multiple fronts this season, Pep Guardiola will be needing Bobb’s services sooner than later.
Bobby Clark
When he signed for Liverpool in 2021, Jurgen Klopp assured Clark of his eventual progression into the first team. Klopp kept his word, handing Clark his debut and first start within a year. Described as a wunderkind by BBC Sport, Clark will be important for Liverpool this season given their failures in the transfer market.
Divin Mubama
With 3 senior appearances to his name, 18-year-old Mubama is no stranger to the pressures of top-flight football. Lacking a proven goalscorer, West Ham will be hoping for a continuation of the form that saw Mubama finish as top-scorer in last season’s FA Youth Cup.
For all the star quality in top-flight teams, it sometimes falls to young talents to make the difference. Having excelled in youth teams over the years, these emerging stars will be hungry to make an impact on the big stage.
