The shortlist for the prestigious Golden Boy award has been revealed, with English football well represented in the race to be named the best youngster in the men’s game.
The Golden Boy award is handed out to the best young men’s player aged 21 or below currently in a top league on the continent, as voted for by selected media outlets from across Europe.
It is an award that has been handed out to the likes of Wayne Rooney, Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe over its 20-year history, with England superstar Jude Bellingham the current holder of the title.
In total, English players have won the award on three occasions – Raheem Sterling the other Three Lions star to have done so back in 2014 – but judging by the most recent shortlist, 2024 could see that number increase.
This year, Adam Wharton – who had a breakout year at Crystal Palace – is joined by Kobbie Mainoo (Manchester United), Jamie Bynoe-Gittens (Borussia Dortmund) and Rico Lewis (Manchester City).
Jude Bellingham is the reigning Golden Boy having picked up the prestigious award for 2023
Furthermore, the Premier League is represented by six players, with Leny Yoro, Alejandro Garnacho (both Manchester United) and Savio (Manchester City) joining Wharton, Mainoo and Lewis on the shortlist.
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