Nine Premier League players have been nominated for the Golden Boy award, recognising Europe’s best young footballers. Winners to be announced in November.
Premier League Stars Nominated for Golden Boy Award
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Nine Premier League players have been nominated for the Golden Boy award, recognising Europe's best young footballers. Winners to be announced in November.
Nine Premier League players have been shortlisted for the prestigious Golden Boy award, an accolade that recognises the best young footballers under the age of 21 in Europe. This year, the list includes promising talents from top clubs such as Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea, Manchester United, Manchester City, and Liverpool.
The Golden Boy award, established by Italian newspaper Tuttosport, has previously been won by football legends such as Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Erling Haaland. The award winners are chosen by a panel of 50 sports journalists from across Europe, with the announcement scheduled for November.
Among the notable nominees from the Premier League are Arsenal’s Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri, Tottenham’s Lucas Bergvall and Archie Gray, Chelsea’s Estevao and Jorrel Hato, Manchester United’s Leny Yoro, Manchester City’s Nico O’Reilly, and Liverpool’s Giovanni Leoni.
The gist
- Nine Premier League players nominated for Golden Boy award
- Nominees include players from Arsenal, Tottenham, Chelsea, Manchester United, Manchester City, and Liverpool
- Award winners are chosen by 50 European sports journalists
- Announcement of winners expected in November
Why it matters
The Golden Boy award is a significant recognition for young footballers, often serving as a springboard for their careers. Winning or even being nominated can greatly enhance a player’s reputation and market value. For the Premier League clubs involved, having players on the shortlist highlights the strength and depth of their youth development programmes.
