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#3 Reece James | Chelsea
After a season on loan at Wigan Athletic, Reece James has returned to Chelsea and provided the side with skill and threat on the right flank. While he has enjoyed gametime under previous managers, James has clearly grown into a vibrant attacking fullback under Thomas Tuchel's management.
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He has already scored five goals in the Premier League this season, more goals than he has scored in his entire professional career.
Adding to his five goals, the star has also assisted six goals, bringing his total goal contribution tally to 11 in 17 Premier League games. Although injuries have hampered his season somewhat, the star remains the definitive cog on Chelsea's right flank.
He has played just one league game this year, having returned from injury and performed perfectly, adding a goal and an assist to his tally. Reece James has no notable weaknesses and has shown himself to be a complete player. There is no way he won't remain in contention for the YPOTY in April.
#2 Bukayo Saka | Arsenal
Ever since he broke into the Arsenal first team in 2018, Bukayo Saka has grown to become one of the best players in England right now. Just 20 years old, the star has already won the Arsenal Player of the Season award, and he has continued this season in even better form. Saka and Emile Smith Rowe are clearly set to become Arsenal's best players for years to come if they continue at this development pace.
It speaks volumes about Mikel Arteta's coaching qualities, with two Gunners in strong contention for the YPOTY this year. Saka has garnered nine goals and five assists in just 26 Premier League starts this campaign.
Having become a highly versatile player, the star has performed well on both flanks for the Gunners. In his last six games for Arsenal, the star has picked up three goals and one assist, brilliant stats for any 20-year-old.
#1 Phil Foden | Manchester City
There's no argument about Foden's potential, especially under the guidance of revered coach Pep Guardiola. The England international has been instrumental for the Cityzens and is rightfully regarded as one of the brightest potentials in world football.
The star was seen as the perfect replacement for David Silva, a City legend who spent 10 years at the club. So far, Foden looks set to surpass the Spaniard.
Now 21 years old, Foden has gone from influencing the game from midfield to becoming a utility player in the middle and final thirds. Capable of playing even as a striker, the City ace has flourished this campaign, scoring seven goals and assisting three in 18 Premier League starts.
He has also been key in other competitions for Manchester City and has clearly matured faster than many players his age. Foden is capable of winning the YPOTY for the second consecutive time, thanks to the vibrant season he has had so far.
