5 players that could beat Lionel Messi to the European Golden Shoe this season

#4. Krzysztof Piatek

The youngster has been unmatchable in front of goal since the campaign began

When it comes to listing the most impressive attacking prospects in European football at the moment, Genoa striker, Krzysztoff Piatek is without any doubt, a sure bet to feature on the list - thanks to his explosive performances for the Seria A side since the beginning of the term.

The Polish International was lured to the Stadio Luigi Ferraris in a £4.05 million deal from Cracovia this summer and he has proved that he can become one of Europe's most lethal attacking superstars with his incredible record in front of goal in the Italian top flight so far.

Piatek has already put himself among the contenders for the European Golden Shoe this season, with his incredible 9 goals for Genoa in 8 Seria A appearances so far and although he is still an underdog, he is also among the few attackers that could overtake Lionel Messi in the race for the European Golden Shoe during the campaign.