The 5 best U-21 football players in the world right now

Modified May 28, 2019 08:03 GMT

#3. Kai Havertz

Havertz is setting the Bundesliga on fire with his amazing displays this season

One of the most promising youngsters in German football, Bayer Leverkusen attacking midfielder Kai Havertz ranks among the finest young talents the football world can present at the moment, courtesy of his electrifying displays for the Bundesliga outfit.

The midfield metronome, often compared to German legend Michael Ballack has earned immense reputation in the Bundesliga due to his ability to work between the lines, exploiting open spaces and organizing team play to bring the best out of his colleagues on the pitch.

Havertz is also a specialist when it comes to finding the killer pass, thanks to his brilliant vision affording him the chance to open up opposition defenses within the blink of an eye. He also impresses whenever he finds himself in front of goal, having found the back of the net a brilliant 11 times and setting up another 6 for Bayer Leverkusen across all competitions this season.

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