#5 Youri Tielemans
A perpetual in the back-pages of everyday newspapers is RSC Anderlecht’s Youri Tielemans. The 19-year-old has been a sensation for the Belgian side for the past few years and has finally evolved into the kind of player who could benefit any midfield.
Tielemans has been heavily linked with a move to AS Monaco and Arsenal in the past and should he choose the latter, he’ll probably get straight into the team as Santi Cazorla’s replacement. Tielemans is a fighter both physically and mentally and that kind of burning desire is needed in this Arsenal team.
About his football, he’s adept with the ball at his feet and clever when hunting for it. He uses his body well to shield and brush off defenders to protect the ball. He’s quick, he’s solid and he’ll find the pass, too, making him the complete package Arsenal are looking for. And he’s only 19. Phew.