#1 Kylian Mbappé
Age: 19
Club: Paris Saint-Germain
Nationality: French
Kylian Mbappe is well known for his flamboyant style of play. His well-rounded attacking ability enables him to play both out wide and through the middle, which is one his biggest assets. His low centre of gravity helps him protect the ball under pressure.
The young Frenchman’s pace and acceleration make him just as dangerous from counter attacks too. His balance on the ball is exceptional and his sudden changes of pace often catch defenders off guard.
Mbappe is a lethal finisher and uses his creativity to assist teammates. His most underrated skill is his outstanding range of passing. This enables him to pass his way out of danger, and his calmness allows him to find teammates in space.
He scored five times for France as they won the 2016 UEFA European Under-19 Championship. The PSG forward scored his first senior international goal in a World Cup qualification match against the Netherlands. He also netted 4 goals as France won the World Cup. Some sparkling performances at the tournament have shown that Mbappe will be one of the best players in the world in the years to come.