Many times in football the success of a club is determined by the right recruitment. One talented player can be the figure who spearheads a club into a golden era of success.
Most times due to their heavy transfer fees those kind of players are only available to the elite, but on this list we have players who can be the best players in world football over the next 5 years and still be on the reasonable side of price.
5. Fabio Vieira (midfielder, Arsenal, 22)
With a market value of 25 million he represents one of soccers best kept secrets. He registered 6 goals and 14 assists last season in the portugese league.
Only 22 years of age and already one of the smoothest attacking midfeilders available, his flair, dribbling, vision and natural ability are undeniable. He is destined for greatness.
He has faced difficulties hitting his peak performance during his time at the emirates, though his lack of playing time can be a factor.
4. Fabio carvalho (midfielder, liverpool,19)
Coming off a breakout season in which he played a key role in fulhams quest for promotion, Fabio secured move to Liverpool football club.
The 19 year old Portuguese showed maturity beyond his years and contributed with 10 goals and 8 ASSISTS while showcasing what makes jurgen klopp believe in him.
His progress will only skyrocket under the tutelage of klopp. Who has a notorious record for helping players reach their world class potential.
his first season with liverpool has been tumultous as the club goes through a rough patch currently, it will be interesting to see his development in this new liverpool team.
3. lovro majer (midfielder, stade rennais, 24)
A classy operator in midfield. He truly is a diamond hiding in the sand. His passing is a thing of beauty as he forces chances and errors with pin point accuracy.
Always wants to be the first man on the ball, always willing to play his teammates out of trouble or switch defense to attack with a telling ball, he is a pleasure to watch.
Coming off a season in which he made 6 goals and 8 assists in 29 appearances. Majer is in the category of players in which just the right move will catapult him to super stardom. Like mendy of Chelsea.
2. goncalo inacio (defender, sporting, 20 )
A true sporting product, goncalo inancio is rapidly improving his profile. Renowned for his tackling and fearlessness when squaring up to attackers, goncalo is also a very reliable defender with only 1 yellow card in 28 games for sporting he has shown composure beyond his age.
He also provided 4 goals and 2 assists in those 28 games, proving he can always provide a goal threat for his team. He is a talent which projects should be built around.
Already valued at 23 million euros with his contract expiring in 2026, he will definitely realize a huge profit for sporting when his eventual big move comes. And rightly so.
- Jonathan david (forward, lille, 22)
Lille are known for producing some of the world’s most dangerous attackers. With former academy members like Eden hazard, frank Ribery, victor osimeh, Rafael Leao, divock origin, and Nicolas Pepe.
They once again have a potential world-beater on their hands. Jonathan david has been hyped for some time because of his potential, this season he gave us a glimpse of that potential.
He contributed 19 goals this season, an improvement from last seasons 13 goals, his overall growth has shone through. A dangerous athlete capable of operating anywhere along the frontlines, his goal instincts seem sharper, he seems more focused and effective.
His market value has shot up to 45 million euros, a fair reflection of one of europes brightest forwards
Special mention
Endrick (forward, palmeiras, 15)
An absolute endangered species. Watching this boy play will absolutely leave you stunned. He is too refined and advanced for his age. Europe’s elites are already circling like vultures and you jus know palmeiras will make a huge profit upon sale.
In the copinha in brazil, which is an under 20 football competition he has produced 6 goals in 7 appearances. A true phenomenon.
