Top 3 wonderkids in the Premier League today

Fans and scouts from across the footballing globe constantly have their eyes peeled for upcoming talent.

While some clubs who have the luxury of significant financial backing and can buy players who are already in their prime, other clubs spend their resources and effort on developing the next generation.

There is no doubt that the Premier League currently houses some of the best players in the world. Kevin De Bruyne of Manchester City, Mohamed Salah of Liverpool and Harry Kane of Tottenham Hotspur all lend their incredible abilities to the top division of English football.

But which young players in the Premier League are set to become the next big names in modern football?

In no particular order, here are three of the best wonderkids in the Premier League today who are poised to become major stars in the future.

#3 Phil Foden for Manchester City

Probably the most well-known out of the three, Phil Foden has come into his own under the guidance of Pep Guardiola at Manchester City.

Just 18 years of age, the English midfielder won the FIFA Under-17 World Cup Golden Ball award in 2017. He was also part of the Premier League-winning Manchester City team in the 2017-18 season.

Considering their performances in recent years and the concentration of talented players that is available to Man City, it is an incredible feat that Foden has managed to make a number of appearances for the Citizens at such a young age.

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#2 Ryan Sessegnon for Fulham

Ryan Sessegnon during the Fulham FC v Burnley FC - Premier League

The former left-back turned winger Ryan Sessegnon may be only 18 years old, but he has already established himself as an important part of the Fulham first team.

In his debut season, Sessegnon helped the club reach sixth position in the Championship. Then, in the 2017-18 season, the young Englishman played a big part in his side getting promoted to the Premier League.

In early 2018, Sessegnon won an unbelievable five awards for his performances, including the ‘Championship Player of the Season’. He was also part of the ‘Team of the Season’.

#1 Ben Woodburn for Liverpool

Ben Woodburn in action during the Plymouth Argyle v Liverpool match

Ben Woodburn made his Premier League debut in late 2016, when he was just 17 years old.

The Wales international scored his first club goal in just his second appearance – becoming Liverpool’s youngest player ever to do so. The talented forward also scored on his national team debut at that same age.

Under the wonderful Jurgen Klopp, Woodburn is well-positioned to be nurtured and developed into one of the Premier League’s biggest stars. His current season-long loan to Sheffield United should get him the increased game time he needs.

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