Top 10 Premier League young talents 2013/2014

5. Gerard Deulofeu ( ? 5 )

Age: 19 | Club: Everton/Barcelona | Nationality: Spanish | Position: Winger | Premier League Appearances: 12

There was plenty of money thrown about at the start of the season and some exciting recruits in the Premier League but one which excited us was the loan signing of a certain Gerard Deulofeu.

After featuring for Spain in the U-20 World Cup, Deulofeu made the temporary switch to Everton. Martinez took his time before integrating Deulofeu into the 1st team set up at Goodison Park as he was an unused substitute in the 1st 2 games of the season. This was followed by brief substitute appearances against Chelsea and Cardiff.

He continued to feature from the bench and was impressive on almost every occasion when he called upon. He finally got his first start against Stoke in November and duly delivered with a goal and an assist in a 4-0 victory.

His only other goal came in more dramatic circumstances as he equalized late in the game to give Everton a share of the points at the Emirates stadium. He was rewarded with a start against Fulham, a game in which he picked up a hamstring injury that has kept him out since.

Everton’s strong first half of the campaign has surprised a few people but full credit to them and Martinez. One can only hope that the brilliant youngster returns from injury and continues to turn heads in England with his skill.