5 best players from the UEFA U-21 European Championship

Modified Jul 04, 2017 16:00 GMT

KRAKOW, POLAND - JUNE 30: Players of Germany celebrates after the victory during the UEFA U21 Final match between Germany and Spain at Krakow Stadium on June 30, 2017 in Krakow, Poland. (Photo by Nils Petter Nilsson/Ombrello/Getty Images) — Germany were crowned the champions of the U-21 Euros

#2 Jeremy Toljan - Germany

SALVADOR, BRAZIL - AUGUST 07: Toljan of Germany looks on during the Men's Group C second round match between Germany and Korea Republic of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at Arena Fonte Nova on August 7, 2016 in Salvador, Brazil. (Photo by Felipe Oliveira/Getty Images) — Toljan delivered three assists in five games

Toljan came into this tournament as one of the most experienced youngsters, having played more than 50 matches for TSC Hoffenheim. He was right on the money from the first minute and was absolutely colossal in Germany's backline. Toljan covered the most distance by any player in the event and also delivered three assists - the best tally in the Euros.

Toljan is known for his attacking qualities and is often compared to Dani Alves, however, he needs to cut out the errors from the defensive side of his game. Chelsea's Antonio Conte is a big fan of the fullback and after an effective showing in the Euros, many more managers will take note of Hoffenheim's budding 22-year-old.

Edited by Staff Editor