10 young footballers who can be the future GOATs

The next generation of players appears to be very talented, and there are many young players who have the potential to dominate the game of Football for many years to come. These top young players have been selected as of right now, specifically focusing on those who are 23 years old and under at the moment. 

These names are as promising as it gets at the moment and, barring a major setback, you can anticipate continuing to remain at the top throughout years to come. 

10) Youssoufa Moukoko

German teenager Youssoufa Moukoko scored an incredible amount of goals while still in his adolescence. With a goal rate of about 1.5 goals per game, he has scored 143 goals in just 90 games for Dortmund's minor squads. Even while it hasn't exactly transitioned to senior football yet, the 18-year-old has plenty of time to adjust. With 14 goals so far, Moukoko is undoubtedly in the best position to advance and become the star player he deserves to be. Just one day after turning sixteen, he made his Bundesliga debut, demonstrating the high expectations that were put on the young player.

9) Alejandro Garnacho

With Manchester United, Alejandro Garnacho is presently trying to improve his performance. The Madrid-born winger has made three appearances for Argentina's senior national team. Garnacho is already a fan favourite at Old Trafford thanks to his direct dribbling technique and fearless demeanour. Even though the young player still needs to improve in a few areas, if everything goes well, he has the makings of one of the greatest wingers in the world.

8) Warren Zaïre-Emery 

Being a regular player at one of Europe's largest clubs before turning 18 officially takes a particular kind of talent, but Warren Zaïre-Emery has it. The 17-year-old, who already has made over fifty first-team games for Paris Saint-Germain and has played for France's senior side, is a dynamic presence at the base of midfield.

7) Xavi Simmons

As a talented young player at Barcelona, Xavi attracted attention and seemed set to make his debut at Camp Nou. However, Simons made the contentious decision to join Paris Saint-Germain after failing to reach an agreement on the terms of a professional contract with the Spanish club. In 2022, he moved on from the Parc des Princes and played for a season at PSV Eindhoven, in which he excelled and eventually persuaded PSG to exercise their buy-back option. The teenage midfielder, who is now on loan at RB Leipzig, is eager to have a significant effect on the Netherlands at Euro 2024.

6) Florian Wirtz

Florian Wirtz, the brilliant playmaker and lethal dribbler, was a young football phenomenon who dominated German football before missing the 2022 World Cup due to a major knee injury suffered during the 2021–22 season. But the 20-year-old attacking playmaker made a remarkable recovery, and he now leads Bayer Leverkusen in their pursuit of the Bundesliga crown. His market value has skyrocketed this season due to his brilliant performances for the team.

5) Gavi

Gavi and a few other players on this list are considered to be the next generation of Spanish football. He has all the abilities needed to reach the pinnacle and remain there for a number of years. Despite his tiny stature, the 19-year-old's tenacity is unmatched as he more than holds himself accountable in midfield versus opponents considerably larger than him. The 17-year-old midfielder earned his La Liga debut in August 2021, which is rather remarkable. Gavi will be a part of the Barcelona midfield for the next ten years at the very least, after the team was able to sign him to a new deal.

4) Phil Foden

At the age of eight, Foden joined the Manchester City youth team. He advanced through the ranks swiftly, impressing coaches with his skill and vision on the pitch. He made his professional debut in a Champions League encounter against Feyenoord in November 2017 as a late substitute. Even though Foden just turned 22 years old, he has won multiple accolades during his professional career. The Englishman has won two Community Shields, four Carabao Cups, one FA Cup, five Premier League crowns, and a sufficient amount of experience to add to his list of accomplishments with Manchester City.

3) Jamal Musiala

At the tender age of 17 years and 115 days, Jamal Musiala became one of the youngest players in Bayern Munich history to appear in the Bundesliga, indicating that he was destined for greatness. The Germany international is an attacking ace who can play on the wing or as a No. 10 and moves between lines in order to create and finish goals. The 20-year-old Musiala has already won four Bundesliga titles.

2) Vinicius Jr.

Despite a sluggish beginning to his Real Madrid career, Vinicius Jr. has undoubtedly settled in well and has currently had two fantastic years at the Bernabeu. One of the game's most entertaining forwards, the Brazilian has a reputation for wearing down opponents. One of the most talented youngsters in the world, he is recognised for his amazing speed, dribbling proficiency, and playmaking abilities. He can affect a game in many different ways. If a specific midfielder hadn't arrived this summer, he would also be Madrid's best young player.

1) Jude Bellingham

The golden kid of England's midfield has had an incredible beginning to his life at Real Madrid and is sure to win trophies with the Spanish powerhouse team at some point. Although Carlo Ancelotti is playing the 20-year-old more forward due to his offensive acumen, he is the whole package because of his exceptional tackling abilities, positional awareness, and powerful engine that allows him to go up and down the pitch.

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