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

#1 Saul Niguez - Spain

KRAKOW, POLAND - JUNE 27: Saul Niguez of Spain celebrates scoring his sides second goal during the UEFA European Under-21 Championship Semi Final match between Spain and Italy at Krakow Stadium on June 27, 2017 in Krakow, Poland. (Photo by Adam Nurkiewicz/Getty Images) — Saul scored a stunning hat-trick against Italy in the semis

One of Europe's most exciting talents and Spain's most experienced campaigner, Saul Niguez produced a scintillating show against Italy in the semi-finals where he banged in three goals to take Spain into yet another final.

Having already played a full season for Atletico and represented the Spanish senior side, Saul used all his experience against the teams in Poland. Saul deservingly won the Golden Boot for his five goals in the tournament and at times, played like a man possessed.

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